Best 9 Burrito Pita Pockets Recipes

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Burrito pita pockets are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a soft pita bread pocket filled with a variety of ingredients, such as seasoned meat, rice, beans, cheese, and vegetables. Burrito pita pockets are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. You can choose your favorite fillings and toppings, and you can even make them ahead of time for a quick and easy meal. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun and festive party appetizer, burrito pita pockets are sure to please everyone.

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TACO POCKETS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/3 pounds ground sirloin or ground turkey breast
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon (a palmful) ground cumin
1 tablespoon, (a palmful) dark chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper sauce
1 teaspoon (1/3 palmful) coarse salt
1 tablespoon (1 turn around the pan) vegetable oil
4 (12-inch diameter) soft flour tortillas
1 cup mild taco sauce
1 heart of romaine lettuce, shredded
2 small plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 cups shredded monterey jack
Cut fresh seasonal vegetable pieces and strips
Assorted organic tortillas like blue corn, red corn or black bean
Prepared mild salsa, for dipping chips and vegetables, recipe follows
1 tablespoon (1 turn around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon (1/3 palmful) ground cumin
Salt and pepper
1 (15-ounce) can chunky-style crushed tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine ground meat with onion, garlic, spices, and salt and form 4 patties. Pan fry patties in 1 tablespoon oil over medium high heat for 7 minutes on each side.
  • To make a taco pocket, blister a flour tortilla on a hot griddle pan for 30 seconds on each side. Place tortilla on dinner plate and spread surface with 1 /4 cup mild taco sauce. Pile shredded lettuce, tomatoes and a handful of cheese in center of tortilla. Top veggies and cheese with cooked taco burger patty and wrap tortilla up and over patty on all four sides. Turn square pouch over and cut from corner to corner, making 2 taco pockets that will not crumble and drip like traditional tacos.
  • Serve taco pockets with cut fresh seasonal veggies, assorted tortilla chips and mild salsa for dipping.
  • Heat a small saucepan over moderate heat and add oil, onions, peppers, and garlic. Season vegetables with cumin, salt, and pepper and cook for 5 minutes, until vegetables are just tender.
  • Remove the pan from heat and add canned tomatoes. Stir salsa to combine and transfer to a small serving bowl. Serve salsa at room temperature or chilled with veggies and assorted corn tortillas for dipping.

MEDITERRANEAN PITA POCKETS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8-ounce) container plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 pita pockets
8 slices leftover beef brisket from Grilled Beef Brisket with Tangy Mop Sauce recipe
1 cup leftover Pickled Cucumber Salad from recipe

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, parsley, hot sauce, cumin, and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Slice the top off of each pita pocket. Fill each pocket with 2 slices of brisket, a quarter of the pickled cucumbers and drizzle with the yogurt mixture. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

BLACK BEAN PITA POCKETS



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"This is my own creation, invented one day at lunch time when I had limited time and ingredients," writes Ruth Lee, of Troy, Ontario. To add a fresh, crisp taste, add chopped cilantro to these pockets. Complete your meal by serving these with Chunky Tomato Guacamole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pita bread (6 inches), halved
3/4 cup torn romaine
1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Just before serving, fill pita bread halves with romaine, bean mixture and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

BREAKFAST PITA POCKETS



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A good substitute for the plain old omelet. You can use a variety of ingredients; however, I like the all meat version. Serve with salsa and ketchup!

Provided by SJKANG

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Scrambled Egg Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 slices bacon
2 links pork sausage
2 slices Canadian-style bacon
3 eggs, beaten
1 pita bread, cut in half

Steps:

  • Place bacon, sausage, and Canadian-style bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat. Fry until evenly brown; drain. Crumble bacon, and chop sausage.
  • Mix eggs into the skillet, and scramble with the bacon and sausage until no longer runny.
  • Place pita bread in a microwave, and heat on High about 30 seconds, until warm. Spoon the egg mixture into the pita bread halves, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 331 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 993.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

BURRITO PITA POCKETS



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These hand-held pockets are filled with flavor and make an easy, eat-and-run entree for summer outings, too. TASTY TIP: For a change of pace, top with guacamole and sour cream or serve with tortilla chips, salsa and refried beans.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb lean ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning, can sub BURRITO SEASONING
1 cup water
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
2 (6 inch) pita breads, halved
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with nonstick cooking spray, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in burrito seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in olives.
  • Fill pita bread halves with beef mixture, lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.3, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 330, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.1, Protein 25.1

BURRITO PITA POCKETS



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"Quick, delicious and kid-friendly" is how Laura Mahaffey in Annapolis, Maryland describes her simple solution to busy weeknight meals. These hand-held pockets are filled with flavor and make an easy, eat-and-run entree for summer outings, too. TASTY TIP: For a change of pace, top with guacamole and sour cream or serve with tortilla chips, salsa and refried beans.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 envelope burrito seasoning
1 cup water
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
4 pita pocket halves
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in burrito seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in olives., Fill pita bread halves with beef mixture, lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts :

CURRIED TUNA PITA POCKETS



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A crunchy flavor packed tuna salad that would work great for lunch or a light supper. The original recipe first appeared in Jolie Warner's "take a can of tuna" and as presented includes my modifications. What distinguishes this recipe is the addition of fresh basil which adds a sweet grassy flavor in contrast to the heat of the curry. Serve sandwiches with a crispy salad and enjoy. You could also turn this into an entree salad and serve pita wedges on the side. As presented, this is intended to be eaten shortly after preparation. If you are planning to chill it a few hours, I would suggest scaling back the curry powder as the flavor grows stronger and overshadows the other flavors in the salad.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces albacore tuna in water or 6 ounces light chunk tuna in water
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise or 1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon lime zest, finely grated
1 teaspoon curry powder
3 tablespoons celery, diced (use a smaller inside rib)
2 tablespoons red onions, small dice
1/4 cup currants or 1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup granny smith apple, cored and small (not fine)
2 tablespoons basil leaves, shredded
4 -6 leaves bibb lettuce (or whatever lettuce you prefer)
1 -1 1/2 whole wheat pita bread, cut in half (use the large kind, if using small you will need 2-3)

Steps:

  • In a medium sized bowl combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest and curry powder.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except the lettuce and pita. Mix until combined.
  • Split pitas and add one or two lettuce leaves. Add a scoop of tuna salad.

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD PITA POCKETS



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Pineapple and chicken salad with a sweet dressing, served in a pita pocket for a cool bite in the hot weather.

Provided by DOJAGRAM

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 ounce) package mixed salad greens
1 (6 ounce) package diced cooked chicken
½ cup fresh pineapple chunks
½ cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon salad seasoning mix (such as Mrs.Dash®)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
6 pita bread rounds, split

Steps:

  • Rinse salad thoroughly in a colander; shake as dry as possible and place in a large bowl. Add chicken, pineapple, grapes, tomatoes, blueberries, and salad seasoning and mix together.
  • Whisk mayonnaise and honey together in a separate bowl. Pour over salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated. Add almonds. Serve in pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 430.5 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

LEAN & FREE HOMEMADE SANDWICHES, PITA POCKETS, AND BURRITOS



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Place the following ingredients on whole-wheat or other multi-grain bread, inside whole-grain or white pita pockets, or roll in corn tortillas in the case of a wheat allergy. Dressings include fat free or light mayonnaise, fat free salad dressing, mustard, and lowfat buttermilk dressing. Salsa and fat free sour cream are excellent on white, wheat, and corn tortillas stuffed with sandwich filling. Chicken Sandwich-use 3 oz. skinless, broiled or baked white meat--go heavy on all the vegetables. Club Sandwich-one thin slice turkey, extra-lean ham, and extra-lean roast beef-add lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions. Corned Beef Sandwich-use 1 slice extra-lean corned beef--add extra vegetables and enjoy. Ham 'n' Cheese Sandwich-buy extra-lean ham-be moderate with the meat and part-skim mozzarella cheese and extra heavy with the vegetables. Makes a great hot sandwich! (Serve with hot vegetable soup.) Pastrami Sandwich-just remember to go heavy on the vegetables and very light on the meat. (Use 4 extra-lean thin pastrami slices per sandwich.) Roast Beef 'n' Cheddar Sandwich-use two 1 oz. slices extra-lean luncheon meat beef slices-add vegetables of your choice after 1/4 cup grated cheddar is melted on top. Roast Beef Sandwich-use two 1 oz. slices extra-lean luncheon meat beef slices-add mild hot peppers, pickles, lettuce, and onions. Seafood 'n' Avocado Sandwich-mix real or imitation crab pieces with fat free mayonnaise and fat free salad dressing-half and half). Add 1/3 sliced avocado, sprouts, and tomatoes. (Avocados are high in "good" fat.) Tuna Salad Sandwich-mix 3 oz. tuna (in water, drained) with equal parts of fat free mayonnaise and fat free salad dressing-add green peppers, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, sprouts, and chopped celery, if desired. Turkey 'n' Provolone Cheese Sandwich-use 4 oz. lean turkey breast-add pickles, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, sprouts, and 1 ounce Provolone cheese. Turkey Breast Sandwich-use 4 oz. lean turkey breast-skinless, broiled or baked-add pickles, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and green peppers. This sandwich tastes great with Cranberry Sandwich Spread. Fat free cream cheese is also very tasty.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, wash and chop your vegetables, and measure out your spices and seasonings. This will help you save time and ensure that your burrito pita pockets are cooked evenly.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your burrito pita pockets will taste. Look for ripe vegetables, flavorful spices, and lean protein.
  • Don't overcook your protein: Overcooked protein is tough and chewy. Cook your chicken or beef until it is just cooked through, then remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to your burrito pita pockets. Try using a mix of different vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, corn, and black beans.
  • Season your food well: Don't be afraid to use spices and seasonings to flavor your burrito pita pockets. Common seasonings for Mexican food include chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Serve your burrito pita pockets with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for burrito pita pockets include guacamole, sour cream, salsa, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Burrito pita pockets are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, burrito pita pockets are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, try making burrito pita pockets. You won't be disappointed!

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