Best Pitaquiles Crisped Pita Strips In Tomato Sauce Recipes

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GREEK GRILLED CHICKEN PITAS



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I switched up my mom's recipe to create this tasty pita pocket variation. It's delicious and perfect for warm days, with a creamy cucumber sauce that goes great with fresh, crunchy veggies. -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast halves
CUCUMBER SAUCE:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
PITAS:
8 pita pocket halves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken in vinaigrette, covered, in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. If grilling the chicken, lightly oil the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat until a thermometer reads 170°, 4-7 minutes on each side., Cut chicken into strips. Fill each pita half with chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, onion and cheese; drizzle with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 801mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CRISPY PERSONAL PITA PIZZAS



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pocket pitas, each split into 2 rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups shredded scamorza cheese (you can also use mozzarella)
1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced
Garlic salt, for sprinkling
Fresh basil leaves, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Brush both sides of each pita round with a liberal coating of olive oil and place all 4 rounds onto a baking sheet. Sprinkle the shredded cheese in an even layer on each pita. Place a single layer of tomato slices on top of the cheese and sprinkle garlic salt over top of each.
  • Bake until the bottoms are golden brown and the pitas are crispy, 15 to 20 minutes. Top with fresh basil.

PITAQUILES (CRISPED PITA STRIPS IN TOMATO SAUCE)



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Chilaquiles, that hangover dish of old tortillas crisped and doused in a tangy sauce gets a Middle Eastern makeover in this saucy tomato and hot pepper dish made with stale pita bread.

Provided by Adeena Sussman

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pitas (do not split into 2 rounds each)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Za'atar Spice Blend, plus more for sprinkling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
4 cups (1 1/2 pounds) yellow or orange cherry tomatoes
1 medium onion, sliced into thin wedges
5 garlic cloves
1 large whole jalapeño, plus more thinly sliced, for garnish
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
4 large eggs
1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup labaneh or Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Stack the pitas and, using a sharp or serrated knife, slice them in half through the middle, then slice the halves into 1/2-inch-thick strips crosswise. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil and the za'atar and add salt and black pepper to taste. Add the pita strips and toss to coat. Arrange them on a rimmed baking sheet and set aside.
  • Place the tomatoes, onion wedges, garlic, and jalapeño on a large rimmed baking sheet, toss with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and season generously with salt and black pepper. Roast until the garlic cloves are softened and golden but not burned and some of the tomatoes have burst, 15 to 20 minutes. During the last 6 to 7 minutes of roasting the tomatoes, add the baking sheet with the pita strips to the oven and toast, stirring once midway. Remove both from the oven and cool slightly.
  • Place the cooled tomato mixture in a blender and add the lemon juice. Blend until smooth and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Place the sauce in a 10-inch skillet and warm over medium heat until bubbling, 2 to 3 minutes. Drop in the pita strips and shake the skillet. Warm the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • While the mixture is warming, cook the eggs sunny-side-up in a separate pan. Add the eggs to the skillet with the tomato sauce and pita and top with the feta and dabs of labaneh. Garnish with the cilantro and jalapeño rounds.

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