Do you always forget to plan weekend lunches like I do? These Chicken Caesar Pitas make quick lunch for busy weekends and are the perfect way to use up leftover chicken.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 skinless chicken breasts butterflied*
- 10 ounce bag romaine lettuce
- 1/4 cup low fat Caesar dressing
- 4 pieces of pita bread sliced in half
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Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients together. Season both sides of each chicken breast.
- Heat olive oil in skillet. Place the chicken into the hot skillet cooking about 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let cool and slice or chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix lettuce, Caesar dressing, and chicken together.
- Heat pita bread in microwave for about 10 seconds. Fill with salad mixture.
- This is the perfect recipe for using up leftover grilled chicken. If using leftovers, use spices to taste.
- Serve with grapes or any fresh fruit.*
Recipe Notes
*Fresh fruit not included in nutritional analysis.
