Flavor-Packed Chicken Pita with Homemade Chipotle Sauce 

This Chicken Pita is a fresh, flavorful, and filling meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Tender seasoned chicken, sweet corn, savory Spanish rice, and juicy tomatoes are all tucked into a warm pita. Topped with our zesty homemade chipotle sauce, every bite is a burst of bold flavor. Quick to make and customizable to your taste, it’s a family favorite you’ll keep coming back to! 

Ingredients: 

  • 2-3 pita bread rounds 
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 
  • 1 cup cooked Spanish rice 
  • 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned) 
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes 
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking chicken) 
  • 1 tsp garlic powder 
  • 1 tsp onion powder 
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika 
  • Salt and pepper (to taste) 

How-To: 

  1. Season and Cook the Chicken: 
  1. In a bowl, toss the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat. 
  1. Prepare the Pita: 
  1. Warm the pita rounds in a dry pan or microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable. 
  1. Assemble the Pita Pit: 
  1. Lay each pita flat. Add a layer of Spanish rice, a scoop of corn, and a portion of cooked chicken. 
  1. Top with chopped tomatoes. 
  1. Drizzle generously with our homemade chipotle sauce (link here). 
  1. Fold and Serve: 
  1. Fold the pita like a taco or roll it into a wrap. 
  1. Serve immediately and enjoy! 

Tips for the Perfect Chicken Pita: 

  • Marinate for Extra Flavor: Marinate the chicken in your favorite spices and a splash of lime juice for 30 minutes before cooking. 
  • Mix and Match: Swap Spanish rice for brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. 
  • Freshness Matters: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for maximum flavor and texture. 
  • Chipotle Sauce: Our homemade chipotle sauce takes this pita to the next level—don’t skip it! 
  • Meal Prep: Cook extra chicken and rice to have ingredients ready for quick weekday meals. 

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