Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Pita Pocket Chicken Salad, a culinary creation that combines tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, tangy dressing, all enveloped in a soft and fluffy pita pocket. This scrumptious dish offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy lunch option, a light and refreshing dinner, or a satisfying snack, this Pita Pocket Chicken Salad has you covered. With variations ranging from a classic chicken salad filling to a flavorful avocado-cilantro dressing, there's a recipe here to suit every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN SALAD PITAS
These easy Chicken Salad Pitas make for a perfect light lunch on a warm day! It takes your usual classic chicken salad recipe up a notch!
Provided by Jessica Formicola
Categories Main Course Main Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, cooked chicken, celery, sweet onion, grapes, walnuts, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, fine sea salt and white pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Stuff 1 piece of lettuce and a tomato slice into each pita bread halve.
- Spoon in chicken salad.
- If you've tried this recipe, please come back and let us know how it was!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 643 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS
Creamy and flavor-packed chicken salad prepared with crunch celery, red onion, hard-boiled eggs and seasoned with dill and garlic served in a pita pocket.
Provided by Amy
Categories Main Course
Time 28m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook, stirring constantly until chicken is cooked thoroughly and no longer pink (about 7 to 8 minutes). Drain off juices and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, gently stir chicken with mayonnaise until thoroughly coated. Add celery, onion, boiled eggs, dill weed, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir until combined.
- Serve in pita pockets with lettuce and tomato, if desired.
GREEK CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS
Greek chicken pita made with delicious fresh chicken salad that is tossed in Greek vinaigrette. It's such a tasty and fresh lunch idea!
Provided by Katya
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients; set aside.
- In a medium bowl, toss the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, chicken and feta with Greek Vinaigrette.
- Split the pita in half to form a pocket. Spread 2 Tbsp. of hummus inside of the pita pocket. Fill the pocket with Chicken Salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pita halve with salad, Calories 332 calories, Sugar 2.4 g, Sodium 330.7 mg, Fat 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.1 g, Cholesterol 62.6 mg
GREEK SALAD PITA POCKETS WITH GRILLED CHICKEN
Upgrade dinner tonight with this easy Greek Salad Pita Pockets with Grilled Chicken recipe from Delish.com
Categories greek salad pita pockets grilled chicken recipes mediterranean recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place chicken cutlets in a shallow baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, oregano, and 2 cloves garlic. Pour mixture over chicken cutlets and let marinate 10 minutes.
- Heat grill pan over high heat. Remove cutlets from marinade and season on both sides with salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through, 3 minutes per side. Let rest 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
- In a large bowl, toss together cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, and mint (and olives, if using). In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar and remaining garlic clove. Slowly add remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil in steady stream, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and toss gently to combine.
- Stuff each pita pocket half with grilled chicken and top with Greek salad.
CHICKEN CUCUMBER PITAS
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the ranch dressing, mayonnaise, Italian dressing, garlic powder and pepper; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Fill each pita half with a scant 1/2 cup chicken mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CHICKEN PITA POCKETS
If everybody's hungry and you're crunched for time, reach for a pita pocket. Just slice them open, fill them up and go. Save even more time with chicken tenders. -Jacqueline Parker, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix oil, thyme, paprika, garlic and 1/4 teaspoon salt until blended. Add chicken; toss to coat. Let stand 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, mayonnaise and remaining salt; spoon into pita halves. Place chicken on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Fill pitas with chicken strips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 687mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
CHICKEN PITA POCKETS
Steps:
- 1. Blend salad dressing and dill in a small bowl. Set aside.
- 2. Cook chicken according to package directions. Dice.
- 3. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium. Add mushrooms and onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add chicken and stir.
- Serving Suggestion: Stuff pita bread halves evenly with chicken mixture. Top with lettuce and dressing. Serve with carrot sticks. Refrigerate leftovers.
PITA POCKET CHICKEN SALAD
We wanted something cool for lunch one summer day, so I tossed together whatever I had in the refrigerator. This wonderful salad was the result. Guests enjoy the sweet grapes, tender chicken and crunchy almonds...and the always ask for the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, cucumber, almonds and mozzarella cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Line pita breads with lettuce if desired; fill with chicken salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
GREEK CHICKEN IN A PITA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender combine juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, coriander, cumin, salt and pepper and mint or cilantro leaves. Process until smooth and pour over chicken to marinate. Refrigerate chicken and allow to marinate for 30 minutes. In a small bowl stir together yogurt, cucumber and chopped mint.
- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Heat pitas under a broiler or in a toaster oven. Slice open pitas and stuff with chicken, tomatoes, lettuce and top with yogurt dressing. Serve immediately.
FRUITY CHICKEN SALAD PITAS
I found this handwritten recipe tucked inside an old community cookbook I bought more than 40 years ago. I made a few changes over the years to suit my family's tastes. -Kristine Chayes, Smithtown, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the first 9 ingredients. Fill pita halves with chicken mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588 calories, Fat 26g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS
Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.
Provided by DOJAGRAM
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
- Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
Tips:
- For a tangy flavor, use Greek yogurt or sour cream in the chicken salad. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard for extra zing.
- Season your chicken salad to taste. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are classic options, but you can also add dried herbs like dill, parsley, or chives.
- For a crunchy texture, add some chopped celery, red onion, or roasted peanuts to your chicken salad.
- If you want a more filling salad, add some cooked quinoa, rice, or beans.
- For a quick and easy lunch, pack your chicken salad in a pita pocket with some lettuce and tomato.
Conclusion:
Pita pocket chicken salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a snack. With so many variations to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pita pocket chicken salad a try!
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