Bbq Chicken Packed Pita Recipes

CHICKEN PITAS

Steps:

• Combine seasoning in a small bowl. Add olive oil and lemon juice and mix to combine.
• Either pound or slice chicken breasts to ½-inch thickness. Place chicken in a gallon size zippered plastic storage bag and pour the marinade over the top. Seal the bag and push the chicken around until it is well coated with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 8.
• Grill for 6 to 7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reads 165 degrees F. Transfer the grilled chicken to a cutting board and slice it into small pieces.
• Combine the romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, kalamata olives, onion and parsley in a medium bowl and toss with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Just cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
• Combine all ingredients in a small bowl using 2 tablespoons milk. Stir and add more milk only if needed to reach a nice, thick sauce-like consistency. Can be made several hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Layer the pitas with grilled chicken, the salad mixture and a drizzle of the sauce. Sprinkle with additional feta, if desired.

GRILLED CHICKEN GREEK PITA POCKETS

Steps:

• Marinating the Chicken for the PitasPound the chicken so it is even thickness. Measure the marinade ingredients into a large glass measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk using a wire whisk until well combined. Add the chicken to a glass bowl or other container. Then, pour the marinade over, cover, and transfer to the refrigerator. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 4 hours. Cooking the Grilled Chicken for the PitasPreheat the grill to 450 degrees F. After marinating, remove the chicken from the marinade, and pat dry. Cook the chicken on the preheated grill for 5 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches 165 degrees F internal temperature. Remove the chicken from the grill. Let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips. Assembling the Greek Chicken PitasStuff pitas with chicken and additional toppings in desired amounts. Add crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill for garnish.

GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS

Steps:

• Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS

Steps:

• Mix first 4 ingredients until blended. Reserve half the A.1. mixture; pour remaining over chicken in shallow dish. Stir to evenly coat chicken. Refrigerate 30 min. to marinate.
• Heat grill to medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Grill chicken 5 to 7 min. or until done, turning after 4 min. and adding pitas to the grill for the last 2 min. to grill 1 min. on each side.
• Fill pita halves with spinach, cucumbers, chicken and tomatoes. Drizzle with reserved A.1. mixture. Top with cheese.

BBQ CHICKEN PITA PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
• In a small bowl, combine chicken and bbq sauce well. Set aside.
• Place pita bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment and spread bbq sauce over it.
• Add the chicken to the pita and sprinkle with mozzarella and red onion, to taste.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and chicken is heated through.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve.
• Enjoy!

CHICKEN CAESAR PITAS

Steps:

• In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine the first five ingredients; grind until mixture becomes fine. Rub over chicken. , On a greased grill, cook chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. When cool enough to handle, cut into 1/2-in. strips. Refrigerate until chilled., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, romaine and rice. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve in pitas.

BARBECUE CHICKEN PITA PIZZAS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine chicken and barbecue sauce; spoon over pitas. Top with the bacon, onion, green pepper, chilies, mushrooms and cheese. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until heated through.

BBQ CHICKEN PACKED PITA

Steps:

• Prepare a hot grill outside or preheat a grill pan to high heat and preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
• Toss raw chicken in a bowl with rub, a few pieces at a time until all chicken is well coated. Grill chicken on well oiled grill or grill pan for about 2 minutes on each side, until nice grill marks are formed. If chicken pieces are very thick, finish cooking for 5 to 10 minutes more in the preheated oven. Allow chicken to cool a few minutes and then pull apart into nice shreds. Toss chicken with BBQ sauce so that it is well coated but not overly wet. Keep warm in a warm saute pan until ready to use.
• Heat olive oil in large saute pan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic with wooden spoon. After 30 seconds add spinach and turn off heat. Toss spinach in hot oil, when wilted completely season with salt. Set aside.
• Spread butter evenly over 1 side of each pita. In a large saute pan, grill each flatbread over medium-high heat, buttered side down (work in batches if necessary) top each flatbread with 1 1/2 ounces of cheese, 1/4 of the spinach, and 1/4 of the chicken. Fold each flatbread over and continue grilling until golden brown on each side. Cut in half crosswise, transfer to platter and serve.
• Smoky BBQ Rub:.
• Combine all ingredients, using a whisk, wooden spoon or hands. Use hands to break up lumps of brown sugar.
• BBQ Sauce:.
• Heat oil in a 1-gallon saucepan over medium heat, sweat onions until translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and sweat 1 more minute. Add dry spices and BBQ rub; stir. Cook until spices become fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add remaining ingredients and simmer slowly for 20 minutes. Using an immersion blender, puree sauce until smooth.