Description
This vibrant and flavorful Lemon-Garlic Chicken Pitas recipe combines juicy grilled chicken marinated in lemon and garlic with creamy feta tzatziki and sweet roasted bell peppers. Served in warm pita breads, this dish makes for a delightful Mediterranean-inspired meal perfect for a quick dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other Ingredients
- 2 pita breads
- 2 bell peppers, roasted
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let rest briefly.
- Prepare the tzatziki: While the chicken cooks, mix the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Roast the bell peppers: Roast the bell peppers over an open flame or in the oven until their skins are charred and the peppers are soft. Once cooled, peel off the skins and slice into strips.
- Assemble the pitas: Slice the grilled chicken thinly. Warm the pita breads slightly, then fill each pita with sliced chicken, roasted bell peppers, and a generous spoonful of feta tzatziki. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the chicken on a stovetop grill pan or bake it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- To avoid soggy pitas, warm the bread just before serving.
- Roasting bell peppers over an open flame on a gas stove or grill gives the best smoky flavor.
- This recipe serves 2 but can easily be doubled for more servings.
