How to Make Marinated Mediterranean Chicken Pita and Slaw - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to a delicious and satisfying meal that is packed with flavors and textures, few dishes can compete with a Marinated Mediterranean Chicken Pita and Slaw. This dish is a perfect blend of marinated and grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy slaw, all wrapped up in a warm pita. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for a summer cookout, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts, cut in large bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped in large pieces
  • 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water
  • ½ head green cabbage, shredded
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
  • 6 pieces pita bread
  • 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
  • Marie's® Original Coleslaw dressing, for drizzling

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Marinate the chicken: In a mixing bowl, whisk together Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, garlic, red pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Alternate pieces of chicken and onion onto each skewer, then place skewers in a shallow baking dish. Pour the marinade mixture over the chicken skewers, coating them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  • Prepare the slaw: In a large bowl, stir together the cabbage, onion, parsley, and Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing until thoroughly combined. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for an extra kick of spice, if you like.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grates with a little oil to coat and grill the marinated chicken skewers. Turn skewers occasionally until chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a platter and serve immediately with warm pita bread, slaw, sliced tomatoes, and extra Marie's Original Coleslaw dressing for drizzling.
  • Nutrition

    571 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 64mg
    • Sodium: 880mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 21g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 69mg
    • Calcium: 131mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 603mg