Mediterranean Chicken Pitas with Tzatziki
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender chicken thighs marinated in lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean spices, served in warm pita pockets with crunchy veggies and cool, creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 whole wheat pitas
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp dill, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the chicken onto skewers and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through.
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