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Mediterranean Chicken Wraps

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Wraps with Creamy Tzatziki

These Mediterranean Chicken Wraps are quick, flavorful, and healthy, featuring marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce—perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 wraps
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound chicken breast substitutable with chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil coats and flavors the chicken
  • 1 medium lemon juice fresh is best for maximum zing
  • 3 cloves garlic minced for optimal taste
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance flavors
  • 1 pinch black pepper
For the Wrap Assembly
  • 4 pieces pita bread warm for easier folding
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce provides crunch
  • 1 large cucumber adds texture
  • 1 small red onion for sharpness
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce substitutable with yogurt sauce
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them; cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Warm pita bread in a skillet or microwave before assembling.
  6. Layer the warmed pita with romaine lettuce, cucumber slices, red onion rings, and sliced chicken, then drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley, fold the pita, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These wraps can be customized with different proteins or vegetables based on preference. They store well when components are kept separate.

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