Best 4 Greek Pita Pockets Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Greek cuisine as we explore the delectable world of pita pockets. These delightful pockets of pillowy dough, traditionally stuffed with savory fillings, offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative creations that push the boundaries of flavor, the world of Greek pita pockets is a treasure trove of culinary delights just waiting to be discovered.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK PITA POCKETS

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Filled with sausage, onion, Greek olives, wild mushrooms, spinach leaves, and feta cheese, these Greek pita pockets are served with a delicious lemon yogurt. Shared credit: Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Inc.

Provided by Saputo

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup Greek-style (thick) unflavored yogurt
1 lemon, juiced
4 ounces bulk pork sausage
1 small onion, diced
⅓ cup Greek olives, diced
¾ cup wild mushrooms, chopped
1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves, packed
6 eggs, beaten
⅔ cup Nikos® feta cheese crumbles
2 pitas, halved crosswise

Steps:

In small bowl, stir together yogurt and lemon juice; set aside.
In nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage, stirring frequently and crumbling for 2 minutes. Add onion, olives, and mushrooms; cook 4 minutes more.
Add spinach leaves and cook until wilted and sausage is fully cooked, about 1 to 3 minutes. Add eggs and cook, stirring constantly until almost dry. Remove from heat and stir in feta.
Stuff each pita half with feta-egg mixture. Serve immediately with lemon yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 317.3 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 895.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GREEK PITA POCKETS

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Make and share this Greek Pita Pockets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by in OH

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/3 cup plain yogurt
1/3 cup sour cream (can partially replace with more yogurt)
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese with dried basil and tomato
1 dash black pepper
1 2/3 cups diced cucumbers
1 1/3 cups seeded chopped tomatoes (romas have few seeds to start with)
1/4 cup chopped olive
3 tablespoons chopped red onions
3 tablespoons hummus
12 small pita pockets, halves
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3/4 cup gyros meat (optional)
1 1/2 cups fresh salad greens (not iceberg lettuce)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

Combine first four ingredients until well mixed.
stir in cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and onion.
brush pita pockets and toast until warm in toaster oven.
generously spread pita pockets with hummus.
fill with basil, greens, meat and yogurt mixture.

GREEK CHICKEN PITA POCKETS - CROCK POT!

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I have been making a lot of greek food lately, and was looking for a hot sandwich filling I could use. I found this on another site, and it looks very tasty. I haven't tried it yet, but putting it on zaar for safe-keeping.

Provided by Bekah

Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 6h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 cup yogurt
4 pita breads

Steps:

Place chicken in greased crock pot.
Top the chicken with onions, lemon pepper and oregano.
Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
10 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
It should just fall apart.
Put the shredded meat back into the pot.
Stir in the yogurt.
To make the sandwich, split open your pita bread and spoon the chicken inside.
This would be wonderful with some sliced tomatoes and cucumbers and some hummus on the side.
Enjoy!

GREEK PORK PITA POCKETS

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Provided by Kitchen Crew

Categories Pork

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb pork loin
4 Tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp mustard
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tsp oregano
1 c plain yogurt
1 c cucumber
1/2 tsp garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp dill weed

Steps:

1. Cut 1 pound boneless pork loin into thin strips.
2. Combine 4 tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice, 1 tablespoon mustard, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
3. Pour over pork and refrigerate 1-8 hours.
4. Stir together 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 chopped, peeled cucumber, 1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic and 1/2 teaspoon dill weed.
5. Cover and refrigerate.
6. Remove pork from marinade.
7. Stir-fry in no-stick pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
8. Halve two pita loaves and open to form a pocket.
9. Fill with pork.
10. Top with cucumber mixture.
11. Garnish with chopped red onion.

Tips:

Prep Your Ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all your ingredients are prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you have everything you need.
Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your pita pockets will taste. Look for high-quality vegetables, herbs, and spices.
Don't Overstuff Your Pita Pockets: Pita pockets are meant to be handheld, so don't overstuff them. Otherwise, they will be difficult to eat.
Cook Your Pita Pockets Properly: Depending on the recipe, you may need to bake, grill, or pan-fry your pita pockets. Make sure to follow the recipe instructions carefully so that your pita pockets are cooked through.
Experiment with Different Fillings: There are endless possibilities when it comes to filling your pita pockets. Get creative and experiment with different combinations of ingredients.

Conclusion:

Greek pita pockets are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different fillings to choose from, you're sure to find a combination that you love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Greek pita pockets a try. You won't be disappointed!