Mediterranean Spiced Chicken Pita with Creamy Feta Sauce Recipe
A flavorful Mediterranean Spiced Chicken Pita featuring tender, spiced chicken breast served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and topped with a creamy, tangy feta sauce. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal inspired by Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
For the Spiced Chicken:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Feta Sauce:
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove
For Serving:
- 4 pita breads, warmed
- Sliced cucumber
- Chopped tomato
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
- Prepare the Spiced Chicken: In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with olive oil, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the spiced chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Creamy Feta Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the crumbled feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic clove. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Warm the Pita Breads: Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or oven until soft and pliable, ready to be filled.
- Assemble the Pitas: Fill each warm pita with the cooked spiced chicken, slices of cucumber, chopped tomato, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle generously with the creamy feta sauce on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each pita with fresh parsley or dill. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breast for juicier meat.
- Adjust the garlic and lemon juice in the feta sauce to taste.
- For a spicier pita, add a pinch of chili flakes to the chicken seasoning.
- Warm pita breads carefully to avoid drying them out or making them too crispy.
- This dish pairs well with a side of Greek salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita with filling
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, chicken pita, spiced chicken, feta sauce, Greek yogurt, healthy, quick meal, grilled chicken