Whole30 Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with this vibrant and healthy Whole30 Mediterranean Chicken Pita Sandwich! Juicy, marinated chicken strips are grilled to perfection and nestled into warm, Whole30-compliant pitas, brimming with fresh cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a sprinkle of parsley for a burst of flavor and texture. Drizzled with creamy tahini sauce, this sandwich combines bold Mediterranean flavors with a nutritious twist, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep or a quick 35-minute dinner, this recipe keeps things clean, delicious, and completely Whole30-approved. Enjoy a guilt-free taste of the Mediterranean in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 4 pieces Whole30 compliant pita

Directions

Step 1

1. Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

2. In a bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.

Step 3

3. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Roughly chop the fresh parsley. Set all vegetables aside.

Step 4

4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly charred, turning occasionally.

Step 5

5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini and water until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

6. Warm the Whole30 compliant pita in a pan over medium heat for a minute on each side.

Step 7

7. Assemble the sandwich by spreading a little tahini sauce on each pita. Top with grilled chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.

Step 8

8. Drizzle more tahini sauce over the top, fold the pita, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1260.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2034.0

Total Fat 107.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 4741.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.2g
Protein 160.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4889.9mg	0%
Iron 21438.1mg	0%
Potassium 2724.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 22.2%