Ingredients and Weight:
- Pita bread (8 individual pockets) - 400g
- Ground chicken breast - 500g
- Red bell peppers - 200g (chopped)
- Yellow bell peppers - 200g (chopped)
- Onion - 1 large (chopped)
- Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
- Olive oil - 3 tbsp
- Ground cumin - 1 tsp
- Ground oregano - 1 tsp
- Salt and pepper - to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped peppers, onion, and garlic. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Divide the mixture into 8 equal parts and stuff each pita pocket.
- Place the stuffed pita on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pita is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or condiments.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (assuming equal distribution of filling among 8 pita pockets):
Calories: 350, Protein: 25g, Carbohydrates: 30g, Fat: 15g, Fiber: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- A unique fusion of Mexican and American flavors, perfect for a party or family meal.
- The pita bread provides a soft and chewy texture while the spicy chicken filling offers a savory taste.
- Easy to customize with different condiments or toppings.
User Comments:
- "The pita bread was soft and the chicken filling was very flavorful."
- "I loved the combination of red and yellow bell peppers in the filling."
- "This dish was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it."
- "A great way to use pita bread in a non-traditional way."
- "Easy to make and a great way to use ground chicken."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to stuff the pita pockets evenly with the filling to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference and taste.
- If you want to make this dish vegetarian, you can replace the ground chicken with ground mushroom or other ground meat alternatives.
