Chicken Souvlaki Pitas with Tahini Sauce

Health score
14%
Chicken Souvlaki Pitas with Tahini Sauce
25 min.
4
231kcal

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Are you ready to take your taste buds on a Mediterranean adventure? Our Chicken Souvlaki Pitas with Tahini Sauce are not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare, making them the perfect weeknight meal or a delightful weekend treat. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a dish that’s bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients.

Imagine tender, marinated chicken grilled to perfection, nestled in warm pita pockets and topped with fresh, crunchy vegetables. The combination of shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers adds a refreshing crunch, while the creamy tahini sauce brings a rich, nutty flavor that ties everything together beautifully. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will transport you straight to the sun-soaked shores of Greece.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it’s also a healthy option, with each serving containing just 231 calories. With a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can indulge without the guilt. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends, these Chicken Souvlaki Pitas are sure to impress. So grab your skewers and grill pan, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons cucumber shredded
  • inch cucumber 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons greek yogurt plain fat-free
  • cup lettuce shredded
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 6-inch wholewheat pita breads cut in half ()
  • inch plum tomatoes 
  • 0.5 cup onion red thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 tablespoons tahini (roasted sesame seed paste)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • skewers
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Combine yogurt, shredded cucumber, tahini, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and garlic in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Combine remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice, olive oil, and next 4 ingredients (through chicken) in a small bowl.
  3. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread chicken pieces evenly onto 4 (8-inch) skewers. Coat grill pan with cooking spray.
  4. Add chicken to pan; cook 10 minutes or until done, turning every 2 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken from skewers.
  6. Divide chicken evenly among pita halves. Fill each pita half with 2 tablespoons lettuce, 1 tablespoon onion, 2 cucumber slices, 2 tomato slices, and 1 tablespoon sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories231kcal
Protein49.26%
Fat37.83%
Carbs12.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.75
Glycemic Load
1.45
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.631739004799%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
4.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:230.76kcal
11.54%
Fat:9.64g
14.83%
Saturated Fat:1.6g
9.99%
Carbohydrates:7.4g
2.47%
Net Carbohydrates:6.11g
2.22%
Sugar:2.36g
2.62%
Cholesterol:73.7mg
24.57%
Sodium:296.16mg
12.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.24g
56.49%
Vitamin B3:12.33mg
61.67%
Selenium:41.15µg
58.78%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.31%
Phosphorus:333.41mg
33.34%
Vitamin B5:1.8mg
17.98%
Potassium:581.93mg
16.63%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.35%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.07%
Magnesium:45.17mg
11.29%
Vitamin K:11.04µg
10.52%
Vitamin C:7.85mg
9.51%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.35%
Copper:0.16mg
8.23%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.93%
Calcium:64.75mg
6.47%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.4%
Folate:25.22µg
6.31%
Iron:1.13mg
6.27%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.87%
Fiber:1.28g
5.14%
Vitamin A:167.66IU
3.35%
Source:My Recipes