Spinach Artichoke Chicken Stuffed Pita (Printer-friendly)

Warm, fluffy pita pockets filled with a creamy mix of spinach, artichokes, and tender chicken—ideal for lunch or dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
03 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
04 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
05 - 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
06 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Bread

13 - 4 large pita breads, whole wheat or regular

→ Garnish

14 - Fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, artichoke hearts, spinach, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, oregano, red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined
03 - Slice pita breads in half to form pockets
04 - Fill each pita half generously with the spinach artichoke chicken mixture
05 - Place stuffed pitas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
06 - Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filling is hot and the cheese is melted
07 - Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines the comfort of melted mozzarella and Parmesan with nutritious spinach and artichokes.
  • Quick and easy preparation taking only 40 minutes total.
  • A versatile meal that works perfectly for both a hearty dinner and a satisfying lunch.
02 -
  • For added flavor, use rotisserie chicken.
  • Swap Greek yogurt for cream cheese for a richer filling.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for extra color and taste.
  • Serve with a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
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