Sunday, July 18, 2010

Indian-spiced Chicken Pitas














These pitas were delicious, perfect for a summertime dinner!

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala , divided
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 cup thinly sliced seeded cucumber
3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro , or mint
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Freshly ground pepper , to taste
4 6-inch whole-wheat pitas, warmed
1 cup mixed greens
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion

Season chicken with 1 teaspoon garam masala and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place the chicken under the broiler and cook until no longer pink in the center, 4 to 8 minutes per side, depending on the size of the breast. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine cucumber, yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garam masala and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Thinly slice the chicken. Split open the warm pitas and fill with the chicken, yogurt sauce, lettuce, and onion.

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