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INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. chili powder
1 lb. chicken breast, cut in 1-inch cubes
4 tbsp. olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 cans (16 oz.) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
6 pita pockets
1 cup non-fat plain yogurt or sour cream
  salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
RECIPE

  • Combine cumin and chili powder in quart size zip lock bag.
  • Add chicken and shake to coat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink (stir often).
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Combine lemon juice, garbanzo beans, green onions, red bell pepper, and parsley in medium bowl. Toss in chicken and mix well.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
  • Cut pitas in half and divide mixture among them.
  • Top with yogurt or sour cream if desired.
 

SERVING SUGGESTION

SERVING SIZE:
1 pita 

NUMBER OF SERVINGS:


NUTRITION FACTS
 
Calories 570 

Total Fat 19 g

Sodium 830 mg

Total Carbohydrates 71 g

Fiber 9 g

Protein 30 g
 

This information is for educational purposes only. It does not replace the advice of your physician. If you have any medical concerns or issues, contact your physician.