TENDER CHICKEN POCKETS

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I wanted to make lunches more interesting, so I created this recipe that's now a favorite of ours. Try it with a fruit salad on the side. -Beth Woodard, Jamestown, North Carolina.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup water
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 teaspoons mayonnaise, optional
4 whole wheat pita pocket halves
4 lettuce leaves
1/2 cup sliced cucumber
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chicken, water and bouillon. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until meat is no longer pink., Spread mustard and mayonnaise if desired on the inside of each pita half. Fill with lettuce, cucumber, chicken and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 984mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.