24 Best Pita Recipes
on Jun 28, 2022
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Pita bread is the perfect size for snacks, sandwiches, pizzas, and more. You’ll find lots of inspiration and new ways to use pita bread in this collection of recipes.
From classic chicken souvlaki pita gyros to sheet pan Greek nachos, we’re sharing 24 of the best pita recipes.
Greek Pita Pizza
Pita pizza is a fabulous light lunch or appetizer made with pita bread, cheese and your favorite toppings. This pita bread pizza recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients in less than 20 minutes. So skip ordering pizza and make your own instead!
Gyro Sandwich
You’ll love the authentic taste of these homemade gyro sandwiches. Serve them with the creamy tzatziki sauce included in the recipe!
Greek Flatbreads
Pitas form the base of these Greek inspired flatbreads. They’re topped with a delicious combination of feta cheese, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. Perfect for lunch!
Homemade Pita
Learn how to make your own pita bread with this easy to follow recipe. You’ll only need five ingredients and they turn out great!
Chicken Avocado Pita Sandwich
Leftover rotisserie chicken makes easy work of these tasty chicken avocado pita sandwiches. They’re full of good-for-you ingredients and are ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes.
Fried Eggs with Green Tahini & Pita
Serve this hearty breakfast dish the next time you’re hosting brunch. It’s full of healthy ingredients and takes about 15 minutes to make.
Greek Pita Tostadas
Pita bread forms the base of these crispy Greek tostadas. They’re piled high with seasoned ground chicken, fresh lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta cheese.
Chicken Fajita Pita
Enjoy the classic flavor of fajitas in this chicken fajita pita. It takes about 35 minutes to make and would be perfect as a weeknight meal. Just add a fresh side salad.
Tuna and Chickpea Pita Pockets
Healthy tuna salad is stuffed into pitas in this hearty dish. And it takes just 15 minutes to make!
Egg Breakfast Pita with Feta and Spinach
There’ll be no complaints when you serve these savory egg, feta, and spinach pita sandwiches for breakfast. They’re super hearty and come together easily in 15 minutes.
Mini Pita Bread Pies
Hand pies can be savory or sweet. These savory mini pita bread pies are stuffed with a delicious combination of eggs, bell peppers, feta cheese, and seasonings. Serve them warm!
Hummus Veggies Pita Wraps
These vegetarian-friendly pitas would be perfect for a Meatless Monday dinner. Just add a fresh garden salad for a healthy and hearty meal!
Greek Gyro
These Greek gyros are made with homemade gyro meat and are ready to eat in just 35 minutes. Serve them on busy weeknights when you’re tight on time.
Chicken Souvlaki Pita Gyros
Your family will love the taste of these chicken souvlaki pita gyros. The chicken is marinated for extra flavor and is then grilled until juicy and tender.
Pitacos
This dish is a combination of tacos and pitas! The pitas are stuffed with seasoned ground beef and topped with a tasty combination of corn, kidney beans, tomatoes, avocados, grated cheese and Greek yogurt. Talk about delicious!
Peri Peri Chicken Pitas
Flavorful peri peri seasoning and sauce makes these chicken pitas extra tasty. Serve them with roasted red peppers, spinach, hummus, and your favorite cheese.
Homemade Pita Chips
These baked pita chips are delicious served with creamy hummus or a tangy tzatziki sauce. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party!
Falafel Pita Sandwich
If you’re looking for something different to serve on Meatless Monday, give this dish a try. The homemade falafel is full of delicious flavors and you can add your favorite toppings.
Easy Chicken Gyros
Rotisserie chicken makes easy work of these tasty chicken gyros. Add fresh lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and some creamy tzatziki for a delicious meal.
Sheet Pan Greek Nachos
Crispy pita chips take the place of tortilla chips in this sheet pan Greek nachos dish. Use them to scoop up the mixture of chicken, cucumbers, olives, roasted red peppers, red onions and feta cheese. And it’s topped with creamy tzatziki sauce!
Lamb Gyros
These lamb gyros are full of savory flavors. They’re topped with fresh tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, feta, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
Beef Shawarma Sandwich
The beef in this shawarma sandwich is marinated for extra flavor and is then cooked until perfectly tender. Serve it with sauteed veggies and a dollop of hummus or tzatziki.
Grilled Shrimp Pitas
Seafood lovers will appreciate the perfectly seasoned shrimp in this dish. The shrimp is grilled and then stuffed into pitas and topped with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce.
Cobb Salad Pita Pockets
Traditional cobb salad ingredients are stuffed into fresh pita bread in this tasty dish. It comes together in about 20 minutes and is perfect for a weekday lunch.
Easy Pita Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 pita breads, 8-inch size, white or whole wheat
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup grape , or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp olives, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 375°F (191°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
- In a small bowl, mix together lemon juice, oregano, basil, garlic powder and olive oil until blended.
- Place pita rounds on a baking sheet and brush lightly with the lemon-oil mix.
- In a medium bowl, mix together spinach, tomatoes and olives. Add lemon-oil mix and blend until coated.
- Place spinach mixture evenly onto pita rounds.
- Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you can’t find pita bread, you can also use flat bread or Indian naan bread.
- If you prefer crispy crust, pull each pita bread apart into two thin halves.
- For healthy eating, consider using whole wheat pita bread, low-fat cheese and low sodium sauce.
- Use a thin layer of sauce to avoid making the pitas soggy.
- For a spicy option, sprinkle red pepper flakes on before the cheese.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
