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Baked Chili Chicken Pita Pockets

These baked chili chicken pita pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Stuffed with flavorful chicken and topped with fresh ingredients, they're both satisfying and healthy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound chicken breast cubed
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Pita Pockets
  • 4 whole pita bread
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup sour cream for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Filling
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, red bell pepper, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
Bake the Chicken
  1. Spread the chicken mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
Assemble the Pita Pockets
  1. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  2. Cut the pita breads in half to create pockets.
  3. Stuff each pita pocket with the baked chicken mixture, shredded lettuce, and cherry tomatoes.
Serve
  1. Serve the pita pockets warm with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
  2. Enjoy your delicious baked chili chicken pita pockets!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado or cheese for added flavor.

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