Chicken Shawarma Pita

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Tender chicken seasoned with Middle Eastern spices, wrapped in warm pita with tahini and pickles. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breast, pita bread, tahini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 400g chicken breast with 1 tsp sumac, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Tip: Using freshly squeezed lemon juice ensures a brighter flavor than bottled.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the mar

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