Broccoli Crunch Pita Pocket Recipe

Name: Broccoli Crunch Pita Pocket Recipe | Taylor Farms
Yield: 3
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Taylor Farms Broccoli Crunch Chopped Salad Kit; 2 boneless chicken breasts; 3 Pita Pockets

It’s hard to find a food more versatile than the humble pita pocket, considering you can stuff them with pretty much anything you’d like to create a simple, filling dish. And if you’re looking for some new ideas—we’ll assume so since you’re reading this—we’ve got you covered. Seasoned, baked chicken breast is the perfect match to the fresh broccoli, cauliflower, red cabbage, dried cranberries, sunflower kernels, carrots, crumbled bacon, and Sweet Coleslaw Dressing found in our Broccoli Crunch Chopped Salad Kit. Combine it all together and stuff it into your pita bread of choice, and you’ve created an easy, protein-filled meal you can enjoy at home or easily pack up for a portable lunch.

SERVINGS:
3

Ingredients

1 Taylor Farms Broccoli Crunch Chopped Salad Kit
2 boneless chicken breasts
3 Pita pockets
½ Tablespoon garlic powder
½ Tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

Season chicken breasts with mixture of garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Add cayenne pepper for extra spice. Bake in the oven at 450 degrees and cook for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Toast the pita pockets for 1 minute.
Assemble the Broccoli Crunch Chopped Salad Kit.
Once cooled, cut up the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Combine with the prepared salad kit.
Stuff the salad and chicken into the pita pockets, serve, and enjoy!

Pita Party!

We’re big fans of pitas around here. These round, hollow bread pockets that originated from the Middle East offer a unique and adaptable base for various culinary creations—such as stuffing them with an assortment of proteins and veggies.

But you already know that at this point, so let’s take things a little further. Beyond traditional fillings, pita pockets can be transformed into numerous kinds of delectable snacks and meals. One popular use is as a vessel for dips and spreads—from classic hummus and tzatziki to savory baba ganoush. Simply cut your pita up into wedges, toast them, and enjoy a satisfying crunch with your favorite dip.

Pita pizzas are another creative application, offering a quick alternative to traditional pizza crust. Top with sauce, cheese, and your preferred toppings before baking for a delightful twist on the classic pizza experience with a bit more crunch.

How about dessert? For a sweet treat, try turning pita pockets into, well, dessert pockets. Spread them with Nutella, peanut butter, or cream cheese, then add sliced fruits, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a unique spin on some classic ingredients!