CHICKEN CAESAR PITAS

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Hand-held and picnic friendly, these chicken-stuffed pockets pack a double dose of whole grains from brown rice and whole wheat pitas. The chicken can be made up to 2 days in advance for a fast-fix lunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried mint
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups torn romaine
1 cup ready-to-serve brown rice
1/2 cup reduced-fat Caesar vinaigrette
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves

Steps:

  • In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine the first five ingredients; grind until mixture becomes fine. Rub over chicken. , On a greased grill, cook chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. When cool enough to handle, cut into 1/2-in. strips. Refrigerate until chilled., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, romaine and rice. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Serve in pitas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 10 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65 mg cholesterol, Sodium 919 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44 g carbohydrate (3 g sugars, Fiber 5 g fiber), Protein 31 g protein.

Vance Moore
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These pitas are so good! I'll definitely be making them again.


Mithila Mahi
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I wasn't sure how these chicken caesar pitas would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were delicious!


Grace Florence
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. The chicken caesar pitas are so flavorful and juicy.


Andrea Hernandez
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These chicken caesar pitas are the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family.


Roshani Pathirana
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken caesar pitas turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Eddy Owie
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken caesar salad, but I really enjoyed these pitas. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious.


Olamide Oseni
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This recipe is a keeper!


James McCullum Jr.
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I made these for my kids and they loved them!


Meczi Johnson
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Delicious and easy to make!


Mobeen Mahmood
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These pitas are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


NA GESH
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of chicken and salad dressings, and it always turns out great.


Lisa Bouita
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These chicken caesar pitas are the perfect lunch or dinner. They're easy to make and packed with flavor.


Devin Wife
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken caesar pitas. They were easy to make and so delicious.


Omar Faruk
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This chicken caesar pita recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, the caesar dressing was creamy and tangy, and the pita bread was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.