Best 8 Grilled Turkey Pitas Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable, healthy meal that tantalizes your taste buds and keeps you feeling satisfied? Look no further than grilled turkey pitas! This flavorful dish is a culinary delight, merging the smoky, savory flavor of grilled turkey with the soft, fluffy embrace of pita bread. As you bite into this culinary masterpiece, the juicy turkey combines harmoniously with an array of fresh, vibrant ingredients, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight dinner option or a satisfying lunch that keeps you going throughout the day, grilled turkey pitas are an ideal choice. So, let's embark on a culinary adventure and uncover the secrets to crafting the perfect grilled turkey pita, one that will become a staple in your recipe collection.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET-AND-SPICY TURKEY PITAS



Sweet-and-Spicy Turkey Pitas image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toast 1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder in a skillet 20 seconds; let cool. Mix with 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce and 1/2 cup plain yogurt in a bowl. Add 2 cups chopped leftover turkey and 1/4 cup each chopped scallions and celery. Season with salt and add some toasted walnuts, if desired. Stuff into pitas lined with lettuce.

THE GREATEST GRILLED TURKEY



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Although not very traditional, grilling turkey is the best way of cooking it -- it comes out tender and juicy every time! The turkey drippings may be used to prepare a gravy by placing a metal pan under the turkey inside the roasting pan, and mixing in about 1/2 cup water, adding more water as necessary to prevent the drippings from scorching. Remove the pan about 30 minutes before the turkey is done cooking.

Provided by Bob Cody

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Whole Turkey Recipes

Time 3h45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 pounds whole turkey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare an outdoor grill for indirect medium-high heat.
  • Rinse turkey and pat dry. Turn wings back to hold neck skin in place. Return legs to tucked position. Brush turkey with oil. Season inside and out with Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper.
  • Place turkey, breast side up, on a metal grate inside a large roasting pan. Arrange pan on the prepared grill. Grill 2 to 3 hours, to an internal thigh temperature of 180 degrees F (85 degrees C). Remove turkey from grill and let stand 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.1 g, Cholesterol 178.7 mg, Fat 22 g, Protein 61.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 148.2 mg

MIDDLE EASTERN TURKEY PITAS



Middle Eastern Turkey Pitas image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 small onion (3/4 thinly sliced, 1/4 minced)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill
4 pitas, tops trimmed
3 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
3/4 cup olive hummus
Vegetable chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Combine the turkey, minced onion, garlic, coriander, chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Form into four 4-inch-square patties. Transfer to a baking sheet and refrigerate until ready to grill.
  • Meanwhile, spread the eggplant on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and set aside 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  • Brush the eggplant with the olive oil and oil the grill grates. Grill the eggplant until tender and well marked, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Meanwhile, grill the turkey patties until marked and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Fill the pitas with the lettuce, a few eggplant slices, a turkey patty and the sliced onion. Thin the hummus with 3 tablespoons water, then spoon into the pitas. Serve with vegetable chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690, Fat 40 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 76 milligrams, Sodium 1184 milligrams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 33 grams, Sugar 7 grams

GRILLED TURKEY PITAS



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Move over hamburgers! My Greek-style turkey sandwich filling is hearty enough to make a meal in a pita pocket. The yogurt adds creaminess and substance. -Penny Malcolm, Americus, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (20 ounces) turkey breast tenderloins
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 small cucumber, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup Greek olives, chopped
8 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Pour 1/4 cup yogurt mixture into a large resealable plastic bag; add turkey. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate turkey for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining yogurt mixture., Drain and discard marinade. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil. Using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, turning occasionally. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing., To remaining yogurt mixture, add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, green pepper, cheese and olives., Grill pita halves, uncovered, over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until warm. Fill each pita half with sliced turkey and 1/3 cup yogurt mixture.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 50g protein.

JAZZED UP GRILLED CHEESE AND TURKEY PITA



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My mother gave me the idea, by kicking the boring grilled cheese sandwich up a notch. Then I experimented by using pita bread and it is not only quick and easy but savory for when I want something light but heartier than just the everyday sandwich.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pita pocket
1/2-1 garlic clove (any size)
1 tablespoon margarine (enough to coat both sides of pita)
2 slices American cheese (any size)
4 slices smoked turkey breast (any size or Any kind of cheese or meats can be substituted.)

Steps:

  • First step is to chop garlic up finely, preferrably in a mortar until is smashed all to pieces:}.
  • Then combine garlic and margarine so that it makes a garlic butter of it's own in a separate bowl (you should have alot left over for next time or additional sandwiches).
  • Cut pita's in half and fill your pocket pitas as you like them.
  • Coat the pita's on the outside with the garlic butter.
  • Heat a pan up and grilled them to taste.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.8, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 2164.8, Carbohydrate 39, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 37.5

SPICY LIME AND CILANTRO TURKEY PITA FAJITAS (GRILLED)



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I love making these for family and friends! Spicy, cool and creamy all at once! Great for summer BBQ's!

Provided by Wildflour

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 21m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon white pepper, can sub regular
1 lb turkey tenderloins, butterflied
1 lime
4 pita bread rounds, cut in half or 4 any flat bread
1 cup sour cream, can sub light if preffered
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped can sub fresh parsley
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, drained
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In shallow, flat dish, combine first 7 ingredients.
  • Rub mixture over turkey, cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Grill butterflied turkey 5-6 minutes or til done, turning once.
  • Remove to plate, and squeeze lime juice over tenderloins.
  • Slice into 1/4 inch slices.
  • In small bowl, mix together rest of ingredients (except pitas).
  • To serve, fill each pita half (lightly warmed on grill if desired), with turkey slices and top with sour cream sauce.
  • Top with shredded lettuce if desired.
  • *You can also just top whole pitas, and fold over like a taco if preferred.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.3, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 100.3, Sodium 429.1, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.9, Protein 35.9

THAI TURKEY SALAD PITAS



Thai Turkey Salad Pitas image

Here's a quick and easy way to use up leftover turkey. My son likes to try foods from different nationalities, and he really enjoys these pitas. -Renee Dent, Conrad, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
2 cups coleslaw mix
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
1 green onion, chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
8 pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, combine the lime juice, honey, soy sauce, oil, chili sauce and garlic powder; pour over turkey mixture and toss to coat. Fill each pita half with 1/2 cup turkey mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 929mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

DELICIOUS GRILLED TURKEY BURGERS



Delicious Grilled Turkey Burgers image

These grilled turkey burgers are super easy to prepare and really moist and delicious!

Provided by katquilter

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste
salt to taste
4 thin slices Swiss cheese
4 Hawaiian-style hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine turkey, red onion, sour cream, mustard, and steak seasoning in a bowl until well mixed. Form into four 3/4-inch thick patties. Drizzle with olive oil on both sides and season with salt.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side, laying Swiss cheese over burgers just before removing from the grill. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the burgers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Place burgers on buns and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 153.1 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 695.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Tips:

  • Marinate the turkey: Marinating the turkey breast in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices will help to keep it moist and juicy during grilling.
  • Cook the turkey over medium-high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the turkey while cooking the inside through.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the turkey is cooked through.: The internal temperature of the turkey should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit before removing it from the grill.
  • Toast the pitas: Toasting the pitas will help to make them crispy and flavorful.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Once the turkey is cooked and the pitas are toasted, you can add your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled turkey pitas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. By following these tips, you can make sure that your grilled turkey pitas are cooked perfectly and full of flavor. So fire up your grill and get cooking!

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