I first came across Easy Chicken Pita Wraps was when I moved to Sydney, Australia.
They were cheap and tasty, and were perfect when bar hopping. Greasy, salty, and flavorful.
Yes, the “meat” was a mystery, and they probably had a weeks worth of sodium – but damn they were good.
We will try to recreate those tasty treats, with real meat, and just a tad of salt.
Homemade Chicken Pita Wraps are a healthier alternative. Made with fresh ingredients, you can control the amount of sodium and calories.
One of the best things about pita wraps is their versatility.
You can fill them with just about anything, making them a great way to use up leftover ingredients in your fridge.
Grilled chicken, veggies, hummus, tzatziki sauce, feta cheese, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley are all great options to include in your wrap.
To make chicken pita wraps, slice the chicken into thin strips.
Then, warm up your pita bread in the oven or on a pan. Once the pita is warm, add your chicken and any other fillings you’d like.
Top it off with sriracha and tzatziki. Served with fries of course.
Easy Chicken Pita Wraps Ingredients:
Onion
Lemon Juice
Cumin
Sugar
Tahini
Garlic Clove
Chickpeas
Cucumber
Cherry Tomatoes
EVOO
Pitas
Chicken
Cilantro Leaves
Mint Leaves
Hot sauce, such as zhug or sriracha
Why It Works
Easy chicken pita wraps work because they are:
- Simple: You only need a few ingredients to make these wraps, most of which you probably already have in your pantry or fridge.
The main ingredient is rotisserie chicken, which you can buy ready-made from the store or use leftovers from another meal.
- Healthy: They are also low in fat and calories, as you use yogurt instead of mayonnaise or sour cream for the sauce.
You can also add more veggies or swap them for different ones, depending on your preference and availability.
- Delicious: These wraps are bursting with flavor and texture, from the savory chicken, to the crisp lettuce, cucumber, and tomato, to the tangy yogurt sauce, to the soft and warm pita bread.
You can also spice them up with some garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs, such as parsley, dill, or mint.
Easy Chicken Pita Wraps Tips and Tricks
To make the best easy chicken pita wraps, follow these tips and tricks:
- Shred the chicken with your fingers or a fork, and remove any bones or skin. You can also chop the chicken into small pieces, if you prefer.
- Make the yogurt sauce by mixing plain yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and herbs in a small bowl. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to your taste, or use a store-bought tzatziki sauce, if you like.
- Warm the pita bread in the microwave, oven, or toaster, until soft and pliable. You can also use tortillas, naan bread, or flatbread, if you don’t have pita bread.
- Assemble the wraps by spreading some yogurt sauce over each pita bread, then adding some lettuce, chicken, cucumber, and tomato.
You can also add some cheese, olives, or hummus, if you want. Fold the pita bread over the filling, and enjoy your wrap.
- Store any leftover wraps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat them in the microwave or oven before eating, or enjoy them cold.
Super Easy Chicken Pita Wraps
Ingredients
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice plus more as needed
- ½ tsp fine sea salt plus more as needed
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Pinch of granulated sugar
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1 fat garlic clove grated
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp EVOO
- 2 pitas with pockets halved
- 2.5 cups rotisserie chicken, or turkey shredded
- 4 Tbsp cilantro leaves
- 4 Tbsp mint leaves
- Hot sauce such as sriracha
Instructions
- Combine onion, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, cumin and sugar in a large bowl. Stir well and let the mixture rest for at least 10 minutes as you get the other ingredients ready.
- In a small bowl, combine tahini, garlic, a pinch of salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of warm water to make the sauce thinner. It should be pourable but not runny. Adjust the salt and lemon juice to your taste.
- Add the onions, cucumbers, tomatoes and oil to the bowl. Mix well and season with salt and lemon juice to your liking.
- Pro Tip: To make the chicken more blackened and crispy, flash pan-fry it. Heat some neutral oil in a hot pan until it smokes. Then, add the chicken and leave it for a minute to create some texture. This will give the pita an authentic street-food vibe. However, you can also use cold chicken and enjoy it.
- To heat the pita bread, you can either bake it in the oven briefly or toast it in a skillet.
- To assemble each pita sandwich, start with some chicken pieces and pour some tahini-lemon sauce over them. Next, add some chickpea salad and sprinkle cilantro and mint on top. Finish with more tahini sauce as desired.Pro Tip: Lebanese bread works great also!
- You can enjoy this dish with fries and a green salad, or any other side dish of your choice.
Nutrition
the best easy chicken pita wraps Pairs well with:
