Best Stir Fry Pita Sandwiches Recipes

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VEGGIE CHICKEN PITAS



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These delicious pita pockets are literally stuffed with veggies, chicken and cheese. They make for great on-the-go dinners. (But bring a napkin!) -Bill Parkis, Wilmington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium red onion, sliced
1 cup julienned carrots
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 cup fresh snow peas
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 pita pocket halves
1/3 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, carrots, broccoli and peas in oil for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the chicken, red peppers, wine, oregano and cayenne; heat through. Spoon mixture into pita breads; sprinkle with cheeses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN-STYLE TURKEY PITAS



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Tired of turkey sandwiches? Try Beverly Graml's fresh-tasting adaptation-a warm spicy stir-fry tucked into pita bread. "A neighbor game me this quick-and-easy recipe years ago," she pens from Yorktown, Virginia. "It's been my most popular day-after-turkey dish ever since."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups coarsely shredded cooked turkey
3 green onions, sliced
8 whole wheat pita pocket halves, warmed

Steps:

  • Mix first five ingredients until smooth. In a large nonstick skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry red pepper until crisp-tender. Add garlic and spices; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in turkey and green onions; heat through. Serve in pitas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STIR-FRY PITA SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Stir-Fry Pita Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RecipeNut

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces chicken tenders
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
1/2 cup zesty Italian dressing
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 pita bread rounds
8 leaves leaf lettuce
4 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cut chicken tenders in half lengthwise and crosswise.
  • Coat large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cook and stir chicken over medium heat 3 minutes.
  • Add onion and bell pepper; cook and stir 2 minutes.
  • Add Italian dressing and red pepper flakes; cover and cook 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; uncover and let cool 5 minutes.
  • While chicken mixture is cooling, cut pita breads in half to form pockets.
  • Line each pocket with lettuce leaf.
  • Spoon chicken filling into pockets; sprinkle with feta cheese.
  • Note: Salad dressings offer a surprising amount of convenience in the kitchen.
  • Their basic components of oil, vinegar, herbs and spices provide a ready-made marinade or seasoned oil for cooking meats and poultry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 62, Sodium 1035.8, Carbohydrate 43, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.6, Protein 28.4

GARLIC BEEF IN PITA BREAD



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From Sunset Magazine. This is a hearty sandwich, great for dinner. I like to serve this with a green salad.

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 garlic cloves, crushed
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb beef sirloin, sliced 1/8-inch thick
3 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 cups lettuce leaves
4 pita bread rounds, cut in half

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients. Add sliced beef. Set aside.
  • Cut onions into 1" pieces. Set aside. Combine cornstarch and water in small bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in wok. Stir-fry beef, draining and reserving marinade. Remove beef from wok when done, keeping warm.
  • Add cornstarch mixture to wok with remaining marinade. Cook until sauce thickens slightly. Remove wok from heat, stir in beef and onions.
  • Assemble sandwiches in Pita breads with lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 844.2, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 28.6

GREEK SALAD PITA SANDWICHES



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Provided by Kristen Williams

Categories     Sandwich     Leafy Green     Tomato     Picnic     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Back to School     Lunch     Feta     Cucumber     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 1/4 cups chopped seeded plum or cherry tomatoes
1 cup diced seeded peeled cucumber
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
2/3 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped radishes
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 1/2 ounces)
4 8-inch-diameter whole wheat pita breads, halved

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil and red wine vinegar in large bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Mix tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, radishes, and parsley into dressing. Stir in feta cheese. DO AHEAD: Salad can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer salad mixture to pita bread halves. Serve sandwiches immediately.

EASY ARMENIAN STYLE PITA SANDWICHES



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Don't remember where this one came from, but I've been making these for years. Very refreshing and tasty, great for a hot summer dinner with salad on the side. When it's really hot, I like these with cold, fresh tomato slices stuffed inside.

Provided by BIG_CHIEF

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 -4 pita bread rounds, cut into halves
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground buffalo meat
1 1/4 ounces dry onion soup mix
1 -1 1/2 cup water
1/4-1/2 cup yogurt, plain
3 -5 fresh mint leaves, chopped fine or 1 -2 tablespoon dried mint flakes
sliced tomatoes (optional)

Steps:

  • Fry ground beef or ground Bison in 10-12 inch skillet over medium heat, breaking up until it is fine and no pink remains. Drain off any excess grease and return to skillet.
  • Add onion soup packet and water. Stir to distribute evenly. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered until onion is tender, about 15-20 minutes and replacing the cover when done stirring.
  • Turn off heat. Stir in yogurt. Let sit 5-10 minutes until heated through - do NOT allow to boil - remove from heat, if necessary.
  • Stir in mint, cover and let sit for 3-5 more minutes.
  • Spoon into pita bread halves and serve. Add sliced tomato if desired.

GREEK PITAS



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I like to serve these when the gang's over for football games-they taste like gyros and the guys love them! You can prepare the meat and sauce ahead of time for added convenience. -Lisa Hockersmith, Bakersfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup diced peeled cucumber
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/4 pounds lean boneless pork, thinly sliced
12 pita pocket halves, warmed
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, dill and seasoned salt; cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. , Combine the oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, oregano and thyme in large bowl; add pork. Turn to coat; cover. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight, turning occasionally., Drain pork, discarding marinade. In a large skillet, stir-fry pork until browned, about 4 minutes. Stuff into pita halves; top with cucumber sauce, tomato and onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 484mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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