Uncle Sams Pitas

Uncle Sams Pitas recipe pinit

Pita bread is believed to have originated in the Middle East and has been consumed for thousands of years.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1280
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chicken breast to the marinade and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a grill or a saute pan over medium heat.
  4. Cook the marinated chicken breast for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the grill or pan and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken into thin strips.
  7. Warm the pita bread in a toaster or on a grill for a few seconds.
  8. Spread the Greek yogurt sauce on the inside of each pita bread.
  9. Fill each pita with lettuce, tomato, red onion, cucumber, and sliced chicken.
  10. Serve the Uncle Sams Pitas immediately.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 5g
Protein 18g36%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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