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Greek Chicken Pita Salad
 
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Prep Time: 180 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 180 Minutes
Servings: 1
This makes a great lunch, plan ahead, the chicken mixture has to stay in the fridge for 2 or more hours. Prep time includes chilling time.
Ingredients:
3 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts (about 12-13 ounces)
1 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced small
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or more if desired)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons sliced and pitted kalamata olives (or more if desired)
3/4 cup plain yogurt (sour cream may be substituted)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
1 tablespoon dried oregano
4 -5 fresh minced garlic cloves (or to suit taste)
4 pita bread, cut in half (use the 6-inch pitas)
8 lettuce leaves (boston is best)
salt and pepper (optional)
Directions:
1. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Combine the yogurt or sour cream, mayo, oregano and the mimced garlic in a small bowl.
3. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken mixture; toss well.
4. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 2 or more hours.
5. Line each pita half with a lettuce leaf, and top with 1/2 cup chicken mixture.
By RecipeOfHealth.com