BBQ CHICKEN PACKED PITA

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Provided by Adam Gertler

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 70

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (or a combination of breasts and thighs)
1/2 to 3/4 cup BBQ rub, recipe follows
Oil, for grilling
2/3 cup BBQ sauce, recipe follows or store-bought
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 (8-ounce) bag washed baby spinach leaves (or 1 cup frozen, drained and chopped)
Salt
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 whole-wheat flat breads (such as naan or Mediterranean style pita)
6 ounces shredded Cheddar/jack cheese blend
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (or a combination of breasts and thighs)
1/2 to 3/4 cup BBQ rub, recipe follows
Oil, for grilling
2/3 cup BBQ sauce, recipe follows or store-bought
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 (8-ounce) bag washed baby spinach leaves (or 1 cup frozen, drained and chopped)
Salt
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 whole-wheat flat breads (such as naan or Mediterranean style pita)
6 ounces shredded Cheddar/jack cheese blend
1 cup kosher salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1 cup smoked paprika
1/2 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon dried rosemary (crushed slightly with spice mill)
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 cup granulated garlic
1 cup kosher salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1 cup smoked paprika
1/2 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon dried rosemary (crushed slightly with spice mill)
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 cup granulated garlic
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup finely minced yellow onion
2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
1 tablespoon BBQ rub
1/4 cup Creole mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsulfured molasses
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional
2 cups tomato sauce
4 cups ketchup
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup finely minced yellow onion
2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
1 tablespoon BBQ rub
1/4 cup Creole mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsulfured molasses
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons liquid smoke, optional
2 cups tomato sauce
4 cups ketchup

Steps:

  • Prepare a hot grill outside or preheat a grill pan to high heat and preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Toss raw chicken in a bowl with rub, a few pieces at a time until all chicken is well coated. Grill chicken on well oiled grill or grill pan for about 2 minutes on each side, until nice grill marks are formed. If chicken pieces are very thick, finish cooking for 5 to 10 minutes more in the preheated oven. Allow chicken to cool a few minutes and then pull apart into nice shreds. Toss chicken with BBQ sauce so that it is well coated but not overly wet. Keep warm in a warm saute pan until ready to use.
  • Heat olive oil in large saute pan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic with wooden spoon. After 30 seconds add spinach and turn off heat. Toss spinach in hot oil, when wilted completely season with salt. Set aside.
  • Spread butter evenly over 1 side of each pita. In a large saute pan, grill each flatbread over medium-high heat, buttered side down (work in batches if necessary) top each flatbread with 1 1/2 ounces of cheese, 1/4 of the spinach, and 1/4 of the chicken. Fold each flatbread over and continue grilling until golden brown on each side. Cut in half crosswise, transfer to platter and serve.
  • Prepare a hot grill outside or preheat a grill pan to high heat and preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Toss raw chicken in a bowl with rub, a few pieces at a time until all chicken is well coated. Grill chicken on well oiled grill or grill pan for about 2 minutes on each side, until nice grill marks are formed. If chicken pieces are very thick, finish cooking for 5 to 10 minutes more in the preheated oven. Allow chicken to cool a few minutes and then pull apart into nice shreds. Toss chicken with BBQ sauce so that it is well coated but not overly wet. Keep warm in a warm saute pan until ready to use.
  • Heat olive oil in large saute pan over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic with wooden spoon. After 30 seconds add spinach and turn off heat. Toss spinach in hot oil, when wilted completely season with salt. Set aside.
  • Spread butter evenly over 1 side of each pita. In a large saute pan, grill each flatbread over medium-high heat, buttered side down (work in batches if necessary) top each flatbread with 1 1/2 ounces of cheese, 1/4 of the spinach, and 1/4 of the chicken. Fold each flatbread over and continue grilling until golden brown on each side. Cut in half crosswise, transfer to platter and serve.
  • Combine all ingredients, using a whisk, wooden spoon or hands. Use hands to break up lumps of brown sugar.
  • Combine all ingredients, using a whisk, wooden spoon or hands. Use hands to break up lumps of brown sugar.
  • Heat oil n a 1-gallon saucepan over medium heat, sweat onions until translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and sweat 1 more minute. Add dry spices and BBQ rub; stir. Cook until spices become fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add remaining ingredients and simmer slowly for 20 minutes. Using an immersion blender, puree sauce until smooth.
  • Heat oil n a 1-gallon saucepan over medium heat, sweat onions until translucent, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and sweat 1 more minute. Add dry spices and BBQ rub; stir. Cook until spices become fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add remaining ingredients and simmer slowly for 20 minutes. Using an immersion blender, puree sauce until smooth.

Akinbile Mayowa
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love the combination of flavors, and I love how easy it is to make. This is definitely a recipe that I'll be making for years to come.


Aadil Hussain
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5 stars!


anish Sarraf43
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the BBQ sauce and coleslaw, and they don't even realize that they're eating healthy vegetables. This is a recipe that I feel good about serving to my family.


Abdullah Al Allve Noman
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Will definitely make again and again!


md didar hossen
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I love how customizable this recipe is. I've tried it with different types of chicken (grilled, baked, and rotisserie), and it's always turned out great. I've also used different types of vegetables in the coleslaw, and it's always delicious. This is


Mehru Mughal
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck.


Masood Ahmad
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I'm always looking for new ways to make chicken more exciting, and this recipe definitely delivers. The BBQ sauce and coleslaw add a lot of flavor and texture to the chicken, and the pita bread is the perfect way to hold it all together. I'll definit


Shep Punk
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Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kisekka Nicholas
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend, and then I use it to make these pitas throughout the week. It's a quick and easy meal that's always a hit with my family.


Haylee Murillo
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Yum!


Nikolaos Neofytou
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I love the smoky flavor that the BBQ sauce gives to the chicken. It's also great that this recipe can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights. I usually make a double batch on the weekend, and then we have leftovers for lunc


Maaniu Mohamed
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Easy, delicious, and a hit with the whole family!


anand Suonath
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The BBQ sauce gives the chicken a wonderful flavor, and the pita bread is the perfect vessel for holding all of the delicious fillings. I also app


CALVIN KLEINBOOI
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5/5 stars!


Jani
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of BBQ sauce (including homemade), and it always turns out great. I've also tried different toppings, such as avocado, bacon, and coleslaw, and they all work well. This is a recipe that I


Blake Pitchford
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A keeper! Will definitely make again.


Ashley Strick
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I've tried many BBQ chicken pita recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and herbs creates a flavor profile that is both unique and satisfying. My friends and family raved about it, and I've already had to m


Amanda Lewis
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Delicious and easy to make!


Saino Studio
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My family thoroughly enjoyed this BBQ chicken pita recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. I especially appreciated the step-by-step instructions, which made the preparation process a breeze. I will definite