SKINNY CHICKEN SCHWARMA MEATBALL IN PITA WITH YOGURT-VEGGIE SAUCE

Skinny Chicken Schwarma Meatball in Pita with Yogurt-Veggie Sauce image

The sensational flavors of Middle Eastern schwarma will soon become family favorites after you try this quick, healthful recipe.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons tahini
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb ground chicken breast
1 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups shredded lettuce
4 whole wheat pita (pocket) breads (6 inch), halved, toasted
2 tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Heat oven to 375° F.
Line cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. In large bowl, gently mix first 7 meatball ingredients, then add chicken. Shape into 16 (1 1/2-inch) balls. Place on cookie sheet.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until just cooked through. Set oven control to broil. Broil with tops of meatballs 4 to 6 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes or until browned. Remove from oven; cool slightly.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, onion and salt. To serve, place 1/2 cup lettuce in each pita half, then top with 2 meatballs and 1/4 cup yogurt sauce. Top with diced tomatoes and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g