Greek Chicken & Tzatziki Pitas Recipe

Name: Greek Chicken & Tzatziki Pitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon plus one teaspoon lemon juice, divided; 3 garlic cloves, minced, divided; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 4 thin-sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise; 1 (6-ounce) container nonfat plain yogurt; 1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 2-3 shakes hot sauce, such as Tabasco, or to taste; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; Fresh lemon juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 lettuce leaves; 1 tomato, sliced; 2 (6- to 7-inch) whole wheat pitas, halved

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon plus one teaspoon lemon juice, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced, divided
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 thin-sliced boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise
1 (6-ounce) container nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped
2-3 shakes hot sauce, such as Tabasco, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 lettuce leaves
1 tomato, sliced
2 (6- to 7-inch) whole wheat pitas, halved

1
In a shallow plate, combine oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and oregano. Add chicken, turning to coat, and marinate for 15 minutes.
2
In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, hot sauce, dill, and the remaining garlic and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
3
Preheat a lightly oiled grill to medium-high.
4
Remove chicken from marinade and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5
Divide lettuce and tomato in pita halves. Add chicken and top with sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon plus one teaspoon lemon juice, divided, 3 garlic cloves, minced, divided, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Greek Chicken & Tzatziki Pitas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Greek Chicken & Tzatziki Pitas

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