Greek Chicken Pita

A Greek Chicken Pita is a popular Mediterranean street food featuring tender, seasoned grilled chicken slices tucked into a soft, warm pita bread. It is typically filled with fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, and generously topped with a creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce made from yogurt and cucumber. This dish is a staple in Greek cuisine and is beloved for its balanced and satisfying flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a well-balanced meal, providing a good source of lean protein from the chicken and complex carbohydrates from the pita bread. A typical serving contains approximately 450-600 calories, with key nutrients including fiber, vitamin C, and calcium from the yogurt-based sauce.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	950 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Zinc	3 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg

Per 1 pita (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The pita itself is a symbol of Greek culinary history, with its pocket design perfectly engineered to hold ingredients without making a mess. The use of tzatziki sauce not only adds a refreshing flavor but also introduces probiotics from the yogurt, which are beneficial for gut health.