Chicken Stuffed Pita Bread
This chicken stuffed pita bread recipe brings together bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors in a meal that feels fresh, hearty, and comforting all at once. The chicken is juicy and perfectly seasoned with garlic, paprika, cumin, and herbs. It’s made with seasoned ground chicken tucked inside soft, warm pita pockets. It perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a quick street-food-style snack.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Packed with flavor and texture
- Perfect for lunch or dinner
- Customizable with your favorite toppings
- Great for meal prep
What to Serve with Chicken Stuffed Pita Bread
This dish pairs wonderfully with:
- Crispy fries
- Hummus
- Greek salad
- Roasted vegetables
Chicken Stuffed Pita Bread
Servings
2
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
15
minutesIngredients
1 lb ground chicken
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cinnamon
6 garlic cloves
1/2 onion
1/4 cup parsley
2 tbsp olive oil
2 pita pockets
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, nutmeg, cinnamon, minced garlic, diced onions, and chopped parsley. Mix well and set aside.
- Cut pita pocket in half and add about 3-4 tbsp of chicken into a pocket. Then flatten it out.
- Heat up olive oil in a pan. Once hot, add stuffed pita bread to a pan and cook for about 3-5 mins on each side.
- Check if chicken is cook by inserting a thermometer. If the temperature reaches at least 165F, it’s ready.
- As soon as chicken is cooked, take off the heat. Overcooked chicken can become dry inside the pita.
- Enjoy it warm. Serve with salad if prefer.