Moroccan Chicken Pitas

Health score
36%
Moroccan Chicken Pitas
45 min.
4
541kcal

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These Moroccan chicken pitas are a delicious and healthy meal option that combines a variety of flavors and textures. The chicken is marinated in a blend of spices, including paprika, cinnamon, and cumin, giving it a unique and flavorful kick. Grilled to perfection, the chicken is then paired with a refreshing tabbouleh made with quinoa, tomatoes, onions, and a hint of lemon juice. The pita bread, a staple in Moroccan cuisine, provides the perfect vessel for this flavorful creation.

But the real star of this dish is the yogurt sauce. A blend of Greek yogurt, cucumber, mint, and lemon juice, it adds a creamy and tangy dimension that perfectly complements the spiced chicken and tabbouleh. This sauce is so good that you'll want to use it on everything from salads to sandwiches.

This recipe is not only a feast for the senses, but it's also packed with nutrients. The chicken provides a good source of protein, while the quinoa tabbouleh offers complex carbohydrates and a range of vitamins and minerals. The yogurt sauce, in addition to its delicious flavor, also contributes a healthy dose of probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health.

So, if you're looking for a meal that's both exciting and nutritious, look no further than these Moroccan chicken pitas. They're sure to become a favorite in your household, and you'll be proud to serve them to your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • package wholewheat pita breads 
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • teaspoon cilantro leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • teaspoon cumin 
  • servings ground pepper 
  • teaspoons garlic minced
  • teaspoon ginger 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  parsley fresh italian chopped
  • cup quinoa cooked
  • cans canned tomatoes diced drained and rinsed
  • small onion diced yellow
  •  juice of lemon juiced
  • small dates diced pitted
  • 0.3 cup olive oil (I didn't measure!)
  • servings sea salt 
  • cup greek yogurt 
  • 0.5 small cucumber diced
  • tablespoon mint leaves 
  • 0.5  juice of lemon juiced
  • small glass combine everything in a bowl and chill 

Equipment

  • grill
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients, from paprika down, in a small dish and stir thoroughly to combine.
  2. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken breasts pretty thin about 1/2 inch thick. Generously rub the spice mixture on all sides of chicken breasts, cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for about an hour.
  3. Combine all tabbouleh ingredients and adjust salt and oil to your preference. Cover and chill while the chicken is marinating but first you should do like I did and dip a handful of pita chips in it.
  4. When the chicken has marinated, prepare grill to medium heat. Grill the chicken until done at least 16
  5. I like mine very done, even with some crispy edges.
  6. Half the pita bread, and split open. Fill the halves with chicken, tabbouleh and finally the yogurt sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories541kcal
Protein25.63%
Fat47.14%
Carbs27.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
112
Glycemic Load
12.09
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
32.367391304348%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Eriodictyol
1.3mg
Hesperetin
2.84mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Apigenin
1.17mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
3.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:541.4kcal
27.07%
Fat:29.26g
45.02%
Saturated Fat:4.31g
26.93%
Carbohydrates:38.05g
12.68%
Net Carbohydrates:30.79g
11.2%
Sugar:17.3g
19.23%
Cholesterol:75.07mg
25.02%
Sodium:1206.41mg
52.45%
Protein:35.79g
71.59%
Vitamin B3:15.06mg
75.32%
Vitamin B6:1.38mg
69.07%
Selenium:44.56µg
63.65%
Vitamin E:7.35mg
48.97%
Phosphorus:471.19mg
47.12%
Manganese:0.88mg
43.92%
Vitamin C:32.62mg
39.53%
Potassium:1369.34mg
39.12%
Vitamin K:37.62µg
35.83%
Vitamin A:1678.78IU
33.58%
Magnesium:121.71mg
30.43%
Fiber:7.26g
29.03%
Copper:0.57mg
28.48%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.11%
Iron:4.86mg
27%
Vitamin B5:2.52mg
25.18%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.74%
Folate:70.13µg
17.53%
Calcium:167.03mg
16.7%
Zinc:2.21mg
14.77%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.61%
Source:Foodista