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Pesto Chicken Pita

Pesto Chicken Pita

The ultimate handheld meal, the Pesto Chicken Pita combines juicy chicken and vibrant pesto to create a deliciously satisfying dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy weeknight dinner will be a hit with everyone. Make it tonight!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts 1 to 2 pieces
  • 2 tablespoons pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup roasted red pepper strips jarred or homemade, see the instructions under directions here
  • 2 cups baby spinach loosely packed
  • 4 slices provolone low-fat or mozzarella cheese, cut in half
  • 2 whole-wheat pita bread rounds sliced in halves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Using the bottom of a wide jar or glass, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
  2. Salt and pepper both sides of each chicken breast.
  3. Place a pan with the olive oil over medium heat on the stovetop. Make sure the bottom of the whole pan is coated with olive oil.
  4. Add the chicken breasts. Cook for 1 minute until golden on the bottom. Turn the breasts over and turn the heat to low.
  5. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 10 minutes (check time). Do not remove the lid while cooking. After 10 minutes, remove the pan from the heat, still covered, and allow to sit for 10 additional minutes.
  6. Make sure there is no pink in the middle of the chicken breasts or that a meat thermometer reads 165 F when inserted in the center.
  7. Slice into even strips.
  8. Assemble the sandwich by spreading 1/4 of the pesto inside the bottom of one pita half. Add both cheese halves to cover. Add chicken slices and roasted pepper strips (can alternate as shown in the picture, if desired).
  9. Top with baby spinach. Drizzle the spinach with more olive oil if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Extra tips or suggestions here.