Pita with fried chicken

Name: Pita with fried chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Yellow peppers 1 cup; Red peppers 1 cup; Red onions 5.5 oz; Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Chicken breast 1.3 lbs; Eggs 3; Breadcrumbs 0.3 cup; Type 00 flour 1.75 oz; Corn flakes 1.67 cups; Oregano dry 1 spoonful; Greek yogurt 0.4 cup; Lemons 1; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Sunflower seed oil to taste; Chives to taste

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574

Calories per serving

Energy Kcal 574
Carbohydrates g 38.5
of which sugars g 9.9
Protein g 47.5
Fats g 25.5
of which saturated fat g 5.67
Fiber g 4.3
Cholesterol mg 348
Sodium mg 747

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Makes: 4 pieces
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Fried chicken pita is where Greek tradition meets a bit of American fast food fun. You get a super soft pita—pretty much the classic round bread from Greece—stuffed with crispy chicken pita made from chicken strips coated in corn flakes. And the chicken? Turns out super crunchy on the outside and stays tender inside. Really, really tasty. This isn’t your average pita sandwich—it's got layers of fresh sautéed veggies and a bold yogurt sauce that's cool and a little tangy. The mix of warm chicken, cool sauce, and pillowy bread makes this fried chicken pita stand out, especially when you are after something filling but fun. People in Greece love grabbing one as street food, eating it right out of the wrapper. No question why—each bite is a little adventure in flavor.

The cool thing about the chicken pita sandwich is how it connects food traditions from the Middle East and the West, all in a way that just makes sense. I mean, in some spots, you might see a chicken shawarma pita or even a pita stuffed with falafel, but this version? Goes for those American chicken finger vibes, tossed into a Greek-style wrap. The veggies inside, usually a mix of crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and sometimes onions, give every mouthful a bit of freshness and crunch, balancing out the juicy chicken. And look, that yogurt sauce? It's got herbs and maybe a hint of garlic or lemon, making the whole thing feel light and zesty instead of heavy. People sometimes switch it up with skewered chicken for a twist, or swap in a different sauce, but the fried chicken pita is always about that moist, golden fried goodness tucked into soft bread. It is perfect for hanging out with friends or grabbing a quick lunch on the go—a real chicken pita recipe that satisfies all kinds of cravings without getting too fancy. And, you know, if you want to switch things up, try it with falafel or a different kind of sauce. It's all about keeping things delicious and flexible, making every bite something to look forward to.

INGREDIENTS

574

Calories per serving

Yellow peppers 1 cup (150 g)

Red peppers 1 cup (150 g)

Red onions 5.5 oz (150 g)

Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls

Fine salt to taste

Black pepper to taste

For the fried chicken: Chicken breast 1.3 lbs (600 g); Eggs 3; Breadcrumbs 0.3 cup (50 g); Type 00 flour 1.75 oz (50 g); Corn flakes 1.67 cups (50 g); Oregano 1 spoonful - dry

For the sauce: Greek yogurt 0.4 cup (100 g); Lemons 1; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Sunflower seed oil to taste; Chives to taste

Preparation

How to prepare Pita with fried chicken

To prepare the pita with fried chicken, first wash the bell peppers, then cut them in half, remove the seeds, and then cut them into thin strips 1 2. Clean and slice the red onion as well 3.

Heat a pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add the vegetables 4, salt, and pepper 5, and sauté them for 10 minutes. They should be soft 6.

In the meantime, prepare the sauce: in a bowl, pour the yogurt, flavor it with lemon zest 7 and its juice 8, and finally, season with chopped chives 9.

Take the chicken and cut it into sticks 10. Prepare the coating: in one bowl, pour the cornflakes and breadcrumbs, flavor with oregano 11, and in two other bowls, pour the beaten eggs and the flour. Now take a piece of chicken and first pass it in the flour 12.

Then dip the chicken in beaten eggs 13 and finally pass it in the cornflakes 14. Repeat the egg and breadcrumb with cornflakes step once more for an even crispier coating. As you bread the pieces, place them on a baking sheet 15.

Heat the frying oil and when it reaches 340°F (measured with a food thermometer), immerse the pieces 16. Cook for about 3 minutes. As soon as the chicken is golden, drain it with a slotted spoon 17 and place it on a tray lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil 18.

Now heat the pita in a pan for a few minutes 19. While still hot, fill it with the sautéed vegetables 20 and the fried chicken cut into pieces 21.

Flavor with the yogurt sauce 22 and chives cut into rings 23. The Pita with fried chicken is ready 34, fold it in half and enjoy it hot!

Storage

We recommend enjoying the pita with fried chicken immediately. You can prepare the vegetables in advance and store them in the refrigerator.

Advice

If you don't like yogurt sauce, you can replace it with mayonnaise or a few drops of Tabasco if you prefer spicier flavors!

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