GREEK CHICKEN SALAD WITH WHOLE WHEAT PITA AND YOGURT WITH APRICOTS

Greek Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Pita and Yogurt with Apricots image

We use a quick, easy dressing in this recipe to add flavor, without the calories, to the chicken, pita and salad.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

3 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus oil for brushing
1 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Three 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Two 6-inch whole wheat pitas
6 cups chopped romaine (about 1 small head)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons drained pepperoncini rings
1 Kirby cucumber, sliced
2 cups 2-percent Greek yogurt

Steps:

Preheat the grill to medium and lightly brush the grate with oil.
Combine the apricots and orange juice in a small, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until the apricots are soft, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking. Sprinkle the chicken breasts all over with 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper, then toss with 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Grill the chicken until nicely marked and it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice.
Brush the pitas with some of the remaining dressing and grill lightly on each side. Cut each into six triangles. Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, pepperoncini and cucumbers with the remaining dressing. Divide the chicken, pita and salad evenly among four plates.
For dessert, divide the yogurt among four small bowls and top with the apricots and juices, serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 85 milligrams, Sodium 590 milligrams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 36 grams