Grilled Chicken Caesar Pita
This Grilled Chicken Caesar Pita is a tasty twist on a classic Caesar salad, wrapped in a soft pita bread for a perfect meal on-the-go. Tender grilled chicken breast pairs beautifully with crisp romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, and parmesan cheese, all served in a convenient pita.
Equipment
- 1 grill or grill pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 4 pita bread
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1 pound total.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita breads
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup Caesar dressing
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- optional croutons For additional toppings.
- optional black pepper For additional toppings.
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper evenly over them.
- Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is resting, prepare the pitas by cutting them in half to form pockets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce with the Caesar dressing and mix well.
- Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
- To assemble the pitas, stuff each pita half with the dressed romaine lettuce, followed by the sliced grilled chicken. Top with grated parmesan cheese and any additional toppings, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Grilled Chicken Caesar Pita!
Notes
You can marinate the chicken in Caesar dressing for a couple of hours prior to grilling for enhanced flavor.
Feel free to add extras like cherry tomatoes or avocado for additional taste and nutrition.
Leftover grilled chicken can also be used for salads or sandwiches.