Chicken Shawarma Pita

Whole wheat pita stuffed with seasoned chicken and fresh vegetables and topped with a yogurt dressing.
Number of portions: 2 Prep time: 35 minutes Total time: 45 minutes

 

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
  • ½ cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 6 oz (170 g) raw boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) canola oil
  • 1 small whole wheat pita with a pocket, cut in half
  • 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped

Yogurt dressing

  • 1 cup plain 2% Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup cucumber, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions

  • Combine minced garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper, coriander, cumin, paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, and mint in a medium bowl.
  • Add chicken and mix with marinade; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate chicken and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
  • Heat canola oil in a medium skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add marinated chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked through, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  • In a small bowl stir together ingredients for yogurt dressing.
  • Slice open pita and stuff each half with chicken, red onion, spinach, and tomatoes.
  • Top with yogurt dressing.
Nutrient Per portion
Calories 375 kcal
Protein  31 g
Carbohydrates 34 g
Fat 8 g
Fibre 4 g
Sodium 253 mg

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