Can I substitute chicken thighs for chicken breast?

No, chicken breast is ideal for creamy chicken salad because it's sturdy enough to withstand heavy ingredients like mayonnaise. The flavor and texture of chicken thigh meat just doesn't lend itself well to chicken salad.

Can I substitute the mayo with any other ingredients?

I've only tested this chicken salad pita recipe with mayonnaise. However, you could try subbing a portion of the mayonnaise for plain Greek yogurt or sour cream. I wouldn't substitute the entire amount, though.

Can I freeze chicken salad?

No, chicken salad is not freezer-friendly. The texture of the mayonnaise becomes grainy and separated during thawing.

Mediterranean Chicken Salad Pitas

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Salad Pitas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked chicken breast - shredded; 1/2 cup roasted red peppers - diced; 1/2 cup red onion - diced; 1/4 cup capers - liquid drained; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives - chopped; 1/2 cup crumbly feta cheese; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; Pita pockets; Optional - green leaf lettuce, fresh parsley

Mediterranean Chicken Salad Pitas

Chicken salad pitas are layered on a round, white plate. The plate is sitting on a cutting board and a blue napkin.

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Made with just 7 ingredients, these creamy Mediterranean chicken salad pitas are a flavorful lunch or light dinner option—perfect for busy days on the go! Featuring fresh, Mediterranean flavors, they're a tasty spin on an old classic.

Author: Katie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
Category: lunch
Method: no-cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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4 cups cooked chicken breast - shredded
1/2 cup roasted red peppers - diced
1/2 cup red onion - diced
1/4 cup capers - liquid drained
1/2 cup Kalamata olives - chopped
1/2 cup crumbly feta cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Pita pockets
Optional - green leaf lettuce, fresh parsley

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, roasted red peppers, red onion, capers, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Mix until combined.
Stir in the mayonnaise, salt, and apple cider vinegar.
Stuff about 2/3 cup of chicken salad into a pita pocket, cut in half. Add green leaf lettuce, if desired.
Serve immediately, and enjoy!

Notes

The nutrition information shown below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.
NOTE: The nutrition facts shown below are for the chicken salad only, and are based on 1/10th of the entire recipe. You'll need to add the nutrition information from your pita bread to the information below to determine your final amounts.

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 255
Sugar: 1.1 g
Sodium: 407.2 mg
Fat: 17.1 g
Carbohydrates: 2.2 g
Fiber: 0.6 g
Protein: 21.9 g
Cholesterol: 79.8 mg

Find it online: https://sugarandsnappeas.com/mediterranean-style-creamy-chicken-salad/