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Tangy Chicken Wrap with Pickled Red Onions and Fresh Oregano

This dish features grilled or pan-seared chicken layered in a wrap alongside tangy pickled red onions and fresh oregano, creating a vibrant, flavorful filling. The final wrap has a tender yet slightly crispy exterior with a moist interior, showcasing bright flavors and a colorful appearance.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions store-bought or homemade
  • 4 pcs pita bread or flatbreads warmed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
    2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  2. While the chicken cooks, prepare the garlic and oregano. Mince the garlic finely and chop the fresh oregano. In a small bowl, mix the remaining tablespoon of olive oil with the minced garlic and chopped oregano to create a flavorful herb oil.
    3 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, 2 tablespoons olive oil
  3. Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or oven until soft and pliable, about 1-2 minutes. Once warmed, spread a spoonful of the herb oil over each pita for added flavor.
    4 pcs pita bread or flatbreads
  4. Slice the rested chicken into thin strips. Arrange the sliced chicken on the warmed pitas, then layer with pickled red onions evenly distributed across each wrap.
    2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup pickled red onions
  5. Fold the pitas into wraps and serve immediately, allowing the flavors of the tangy onions, seasoned chicken, and fresh oregano to combine visually and aromatically. Optional: cut in half for presentation.
  6. Garnish with additional oregano if desired and serve with a side of extra pickled onions or a fresh salad.