Description
A simple yet explosive flavor-packed dish featuring juicy, spiced chicken wrapped in warm pita with fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread
- Toppings: Fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, crunchy cucumber, and creamy tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the seasoning mix in a mixing bowl by whisking together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the seasoning mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken evenly on a sheet pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes after cooking.
- Warm the pita either in the oven for the last 5 minutes of baking or on a skillet until slightly puffed.
- Serve warm pita filled with chicken and your choice of toppings.
Notes
Marinate chicken if time allows for enhanced flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg