Indian Spiced Chicken Protein Pitas

This extreamly low carb meal packs a protein punch! I used Pita Gourmet – High Protein pitas with only 10 g carbs in one pita. The flavour is fresh with a little kick. If you are not a huge fan of cilantro try substituting it for dill. Dill helps protects against free radicals and carcinogens is an anti-bacterial spice and a flavorful way to help prevent bone loss. Also, for a vegetarian option substitute the chicken for firm grilled tofu.

Indian Spiced Chicken Protein Pitas Recipe

By kimmy Published: November 14, 2013

Yield: 4 Servings
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Ready In: 30 mins

Ingredients

1 pound skinless chicken breasts boneless, trimmed
1 1/2 tsp garam masala divided (see tip)
3/4 tsp kosher salt divided
1 cup cucumber thinly sliced and seeded
3/4 cup plain yogurt nonfat
1 tbsp cilantro fresh, chopped or mint
2 tsp lemon juice
pepper freshly ground, to taste
4 6-inch whole-wheat pitas warmed
1 cup romaine lettuce shredded
2 small tomato sliced
1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced

Instructions

Sprinkle chicken with 1 teaspoon garam masala and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place the chicken on the grill rack or prepared pan and cook until no longer pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 165F, 4 to 8 minutes per side, depending on the size of the breast. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine cucumber, yogurt, cilantro (or mint), lemon juice, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon garam masala and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Thinly slice the chicken. Split open the warm pitas and fill with the chicken, yogurt sauce, lettuce, tomato and onion.
Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 2. Refrigerate the chicken in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Tips: Garam masala is a blend of spices used in Indian cooking. It is available in the spice section of most supermarkets.
To oil a grill rack, oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.)

Cuisine: Indian
Course: Easy
Skill Level: Easy

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By kimmy|2013-11-14T02:23:02+00:00November 14th, 2013|Low Carb, Recipes, WW Friendly|

About the Author: kimmy

Hello and thanks for popping by! My name is Kim and I love to cook low carbs recipes, desserts, salads and soups. I am always on the hunt for new recipes to make over. My husband Paul was diagnosed with slow onset Type 1 diabetes (LADA) over 5 years ago so we were forced to change the way we did things when it came to cooking. We have always been a healthy and active family. I play soccer, we both run 3-4 times per week and walk 5km most week days after dinner. Our kids play soccer and rugby and are no strangers to a healthy lifestyle. Spending time in the kitchen is always time well spent in my humble opinion and I love to share my cooking successes with you here. There may be hiccups along the way but we keep going and I hope our passion for food translates to your kitchen. Feel free to explore and remember to check us out on Face Book, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr.