Lemon Basil Chicken in Pita Pockets Recipe

Name: Lemon Basil Chicken in Pita Pockets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless halves (about 4 ounces each); salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 large fresh basil leaves (do not substitute dried basil); 4 pita pocket bread, sliced vertically sliced in half (white or whole wheat); 8 leaves soft lettuce (such as Bibb, Boston, green leaf or red leaf); ⅓ cup yogurt or ⅓ cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons mango chutney; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

Servings: persons

1
Place the chicken breasts between 2 sheets of plastic wrap or place in a plastic bag; flatten them to a half inch uniform thickness.
2
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Add the chicken breasts; cook for about 4 minutes on each side or until they are lightly browned and cooked through.
5
With a slotted spatula, transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
6
Stir together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
7
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the sauce on one side of each chicken breast; arrange 3 basil leaves on top.
8
Slice the chicken breasts in half.
9
For each sandwich, open 2 pita pocket halves; line each with lettuce leaves.
10
Slip in the chicken breast pieces.
11
Drizzle each half with about 2 teaspoons of the sauce.

437

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless halves (about 4 ounces each), salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 12 large fresh basil leaves (do not substitute dried basil), and more.

Yes, Lemon Basil Chicken in Pita Pockets 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Basil Chicken in Pita Pockets

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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