Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket
Lemon and oregano infuse the chicken with bright, herbaceous flavor, balanced by cool, tangy yogurt and the fresh bite of tomato and onion. Tucked into a soft pita, this Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket feels light yet satisfying, ideal for a quick lunch or casual weeknight dinner. The marinade keeps the chicken tender while the contrasting textures make each bite lively.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.53 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 21
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 47
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large resealable bag, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper. Add the chicken cubes, mix thoroughly, and marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours or overnight.
- 2
Pour the chicken and marinade into a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes; an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 3
Stuff each half of pita pocket bread with chicken, onion, tomato, and yogurt; serve while still hot.
- Calories 568.18 kcal High 28%
- Protein 35.69 g Good Source 71%
- Carbohydrate 34.86 g 13%
- Total Fat 33.07 g High 42%
- Saturated Fat 6.74 g High 34%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 81.47 mg High 27%
- Sodium 518.73 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.75 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 9.59 g --
- Added Sugars 0.5 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 237.94 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 2.84 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 621.9 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 10.23 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 10.05 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lemon Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket is made with 11 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Dried Oregano, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 568.18 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Dried Oregano, Garlic Powder, Lemon Juice. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 568.18 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket healthy?
- Lemon-Oregano Chicken Pita Pocket has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 568.18 calories and 35.69 g of protein, or 71% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 518.73 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.74 g (34% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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