Classic Chicken Salad Pita Pockets
Classic Chicken Salad Pita Pockets are a deliciously simple meal that combines tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy dressing all stuffed into soft pita bread. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or light dinners, these pockets are versatile and bursting with flavor. Customize them to suit your taste or use up what you have in the fridge—everyone will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft pita bread pockets
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Boil chicken breasts in salted water for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Drain and let cool before shredding.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Mix ingredients: Add shredded chicken, chopped celery, and red onion to the dressing; stir until well coated.
- Fill pitas: Open each pita pocket and generously fill with the chicken salad mixture.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled pita pocket (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for some or all of the mayonnaise. Add grapes or nuts for extra flavor and texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.