Greek Chicken Pita Wrap with Tzatziki & Fresh Veggies
📝 Description:
A flavorful and healthy handheld meal inspired by the Mediterranean diet, this Greek Chicken Pita Wrap is loaded with juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in soft whole wheat pita. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a light meal on the go — fresh, satisfying, and bursting with authentic Greek flavors.
🍽️ Ingredients
🔸 For the Chicken:
- 1 boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt & pepper, to taste
🔸 For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cucumber, finely grated and drained
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
🔸 Wrap Components:
- 1 whole wheat pita or flatbread
- ¼ cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ tomato, sliced
- A few red onion slices
- Fresh dill sprigs (garnish)
- Optional: Extra olive oil drizzle or crumbled feta
👨🍳 Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, toss to coat, and let marinate for at least 15–30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor). - Cook the Chicken:
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken strips for 5–7 minutes, flipping once, until fully cooked and golden brown. - Make the Tzatziki:
Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess liquid), garlic, dill, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Stir well and chill until ready to use. - Assemble the Wrap:
Warm the pita or flatbread slightly. Spread a generous layer of tzatziki. Add cooked chicken, cucumber slices, tomato, and red onion. Garnish with fresh dill and optional toppings like feta or olive oil. - Serve:
Fold the pita and enjoy warm!
🍽️ Servings:
Makes 1 large wrap
Recipe can be easily doubled or scaled for meal prep.
🧂 Tips:
- Make-ahead: Marinate the chicken and prepare the tzatziki up to a day in advance.
- No pita? Use lettuce leaves for a low-carb version.
- Want more crunch? Add shredded romaine or spinach.
- Meal prep idea: Make multiple chicken breasts and keep in fridge to assemble wraps throughout the week.
- Grill option: Grill the chicken instead of pan-cooking for added smokiness.
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate):
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 16g (mostly healthy fats from olive oil & yogurt)
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
💚 Health Benefits:
- High protein: Helps with muscle repair and satiety.
- Probiotics: Tzatziki made with Greek yogurt supports gut health.
- Mediterranean diet-based: Supports heart and metabolic health.
- Vegetable-rich: Offers antioxidants, fiber, and hydration.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use store-bought tzatziki?
A: Absolutely! Homemade is fresher, but a quality store-bought version works fine for convenience.
Q: What can I use instead of chicken?
A: Try grilled halloumi, falafel, or chickpea patties for a vegetarian version.
Q: Can this be made dairy-free?
A: Yes — use a dairy-free yogurt alternative for the tzatziki and skip the feta.
Q: Is this good cold or for lunchboxes?
A: Yes! It holds up well if wrapped tightly and stored in the fridge for a few hours.
Q: Can I freeze this?
A: You can freeze the cooked chicken but not the assembled wrap or tzatziki.