Shannon’s Almost Like Wendy’s Greek Chicken Pita

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Shannon's Almost Like Wendy's Greek Chicken Pita - A Healthy Food Recipe
in Healthy

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 boneless skinless chicken breast , trimmed of fat and cut into small chunks
1 dash poultry seasoning
1 dash salt
1 dash black pepper
2 white fat free pita breads , regular size
1 small firm tomatoes , chopped
1/2 cup chopped peeled cucumber
diced red onion
3 tablespoons crumbled fat free feta cheese
1 cup sliced spinach or 1 cup romaine lettuce , deveined
fat free ranch dressing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
335
Sugar
6g
Fat
4g
The Greek Chicken Pita is a popular fast food menu item in Wendy's. This recipe offers a healthier and more economical version of the dish. It is a great option for a satisfying lunch or dinner when time and budget are tight. It can also be a portable snack on-the-go. The flavors and textures of the dish are creamy, tangy, and refreshing. The combination of chicken and vegetables makes it a complete meal with balanced nutrition.

Instructions

1.Preheat non-stick pan or grill to medium-high heat.
2.Season chicken breast chunks with poultry seasoning, salt,and black pepper.
3.Cook chicken chunks in the pan until golden brown.
4.Warm the pitas in the microwave until tender.
5.Fill each pita with chicken chunks, spinach (or lettuce), chopped tomatoes, chopped cucumber, red onion and crumbled feta cheese.
6.Drizzle 2 tablespoons of fat-free ranch dressing on each pita.

PROS

This recipe is high in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The ingredients have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It is easy and quick to cook and assemble.

CONS

The fat-free ranch dressing might contain artificial preservatives, additives, and sodium.
It can be high in carbohydrates and glycemic index if consumed in large amounts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken is a good source of protein, niacin, phosphorus, and selenium.
The spinach is a superfood rich in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, and iron.
The tomatoes contain vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, which can help protect against cancer and heart disease.
The cucumber is low in calories, high in antioxidants, and a good source of fiber. The red onion contains quercetin, which may lower blood pressure and improve heart health. The feta cheese has a low-calorie content and high calcium. It also contains probiotics that can boost gut health.
The fat-free ranch dressing has fewer calories than regular ranch, and can help with weight loss. It may also provide some desirable flavors for those who have difficulty enjoying vegetables. The dressing is often fortified with vitamins and minerals.

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