Best 6 Moroccan Chicken Pita Pockets Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, Moroccan cuisine stands out with its vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and succulent meats. Among its many treasures, Moroccan chicken pita pockets offer a delectable symphony of tastes. This article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating these delectable pockets, filled with tender chicken, a tapestry of fragrant spices, and a rich tomato and onion sauce, all nestled in a warm and fluffy pita bread. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to making exceptional Moroccan chicken pita pockets that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE POCKETS



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I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, Moroccan seasonings and pita sandwiches. The addition of the carrot salad laced with dates and pomegranate seeds lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can be substituted for pitas. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5h20m

Yield 14 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup chunky salsa
1/2 cup pomegranate juice, divided
1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped and divided
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Moroccan seasoning (ras el hanout)
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/4 cups shredded carrots
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
7 miniature pita pockets, halved
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine the salsa, 6 tablespoons pomegranate juice, 1/3 cup dates, honey, Moroccan seasoning and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low, until chicken is tender, 5-6 hours., Meanwhile, combine the carrots, mayonnaise, pomegranate seeds and remaining dates. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Remove chicken from slow cooker; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred chicken with 2 forks. Return chicken and juices to slow cooker. Stir in remaining pomegranate juice; heat through. Serve in pitas with carrot slaw and, if desired, cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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.

MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH SHREDDED CABBAGE AND TAHINI SAUCE ON PITA



Moroccan Chicken with Shredded Cabbage and Tahini Sauce on Pita image

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

4 chicken thighs and 4 chicken leg pieces (3 to 4 pounds total)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 strips fresh lemon peel
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
Pinch saffron threads, optional
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup pitted green olives
1/2 cup dried pitted dates
4 cups finely shredded green cabbage
4 to 6 whole wheat pitas, toasted
1/2 cup chopped roasted pistachios, optional
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, optional
Tahini Sauce, recipe follows:
Pinot grigio, for serving
3/4 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup tahini
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and pat the chicken dry. Combine the cumin, coriander, ginger, paprika and cinnamon in a large plastic bag. Season the spice blend with pepper and a little salt (remember the olives will be salty so go easy). Add the chicken pieces to the bag and toss to coat evenly. Set aside in the refrigerator to marinate for 1 hour.
  • Set a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and coat with olive oil. Brown the chicken in two batches, and then transfer to a platter. Add a little more oil to the pot and cook the garlic and onions until browned and translucent. Add the chicken back to the pot along with the lemon peel, thyme, bay leaf and saffron if using. Add the chicken broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir the chicken pieces, and add the olives and dates. Cover and cook until the chicken is very tender, 30 minutes longer. Remove the thyme and bay leaf before serving.
  • Serve the chicken with the pan sauce on a bed of the finely shredded cabbage on top of a whole toasted pita (cut in wedges, but still set on plate as a whole round pita, like a tostada). Garnish with the pistachios and chopped cilantro if using. Drizzle with the Tahini Sauce. Pair with a pinot grigio.
  • Combine the yogurt, tahini, honey, lemon juice and garlic in a food processor, or mix together well in a large bowl until well combined and completely smooth. Thin with water as desired. Season with salt and pepper.

MOROCCAN CHICKEN PITA POCKETS



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Looking for something different, delicious, and a little exotic? Its not everyday you hear people say "Last night I had a Moroccan style sandwich". This recipe is a combo of the usual suspects such as chicken, plums, pita bread, hummus, and some popular spices. An interesting but surprising combo that I know you will love if you give it a chance! This recipe really doesn't require measurments. (No one uses measurements when making a sandwich.) You can put out all of the ingredients buffet style and people can make them up how they like. As far as the veggies (and plums) go, you can either choose to serve them fresh OR cooked by sauteing in olive oil.

Provided by carbsrfromhvn

Categories     Moroccan

Time 30m

Yield 6 sandwiches, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package pita bread
1 (8 ounce) container hummus
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders
1 green bell pepper, sliced thin
1 small vidalia onion, sliced thin
4 plums, pitted and sliced thin
1 pinch turmeric
1 pinch ginger
1 pinch paprika
1 pinch coriander
salt and pepper
olive oil
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Rinse and pat dry the chicken tenders. Cut each tender into 3 pieces. Season with salt pepper and other spices. Cook the chicken however you like (oven, stove-top, or grill) until no longer pink. Set aside.
  • Either arrange your sliced veggies and plums on a serving platter OR cook them however you like (oven, stove-top, or grill) until tender.
  • After warming pita breads cut in half and loosen sides to create a pocket.
  • Spread the inside of each pita with hummus.
  • Proceed to fill the pita with the seasoned chicken, veggies, and plums. Sprinkle inside with fresh parsley if desired.

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

MOROCCAN-SPICED CHICKEN SLIDERS



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 container (6 ounces) plain yogurt, divided
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
CHICKEN SLIDERS:
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
4 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)
1-1/2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound ground chicken
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 miniature pita pockets, halved and warmed
8 red leaf lettuce leaves
8 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together 2/3 cup yogurt, mustard and zests. Refrigerate until serving., In a large bowl, combine remaining 2 tablespoons yogurt, mint, garlic, ras el hanout, pepper, cumin and salt. Crumble chicken into bowl; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 8 1/2-in.-thick patties; press small indention in middle of each patty. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook until golden brown and no longer pink, 4-5 minutes on each side. Serve patties inside pita pocket with sauce, lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have harissa, you can substitute another spicy sauce, such as sriracha or chili sauce.
  • To make the chicken even more flavorful, marinate it in the harissa mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it will become dry and tough.
  • Serve the chicken pita pockets immediately, while the chicken is still hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Moroccan chicken pita pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The chicken is flavorful and juicy, and the pita bread is soft and fluffy. The combination of flavors and textures is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give these Moroccan chicken pita pockets a try.

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