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Air Fryer Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets Recipe

Juicy 22-Minute Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Pita Pockets


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  • Author: flavorcheap_firstpin
  • Total Time: 22 mins
  • Yield: 4 pita pockets
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick and tasty Mediterranean chicken pita pocket recipe made easy with an air fryer.


Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 whole wheat pita pockets
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp tzatziki sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway.
  4. Warm the pita pockets in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Fill each pita pocket with cooked chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, and tzatziki sauce.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for tzatziki sauce.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use gluten-free pitas if needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean