Citrus-Chicken Salad Pita Pockets
1 Hr(s) 15 Min(s) (incl. refrigerating)
15 Min(s) Prep
1 Hr(s) Cook
Healthy Living
Let the bright flavor of Mandarin oranges light up your day in these Citrus-Chicken Salad Pita Pockets. Enjoy the toasted slivered almonds, lettuce and parsley come together for these yummy chicken salad pita pockets.
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4 servings
Original recipe yields 4 servings
2 cups cooked chicken strips
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
4 pita breads, cut in half
8 lettuce leaves
Let's Make It
1
Combine chicken, oranges and nuts in large bowl. Add mayo and parsley; mix lightly.
2
Refrigerate 1 hour.
3
Fill pita halves with lettuce and chicken mixture just before serving.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
How to Toast the Almonds
Spread almonds into single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Bake in 350°F oven 5 to 7 min. or until lightly toasted.
Tip 2
Nutrition Bonus
Not only do the mandarin oranges in this flavorful chicken salad provide vitamin C, but they team up with the lettuce in the sandwiches to provide an excellent source of vitamin A.
Nutrition
Calories
420
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g
18%
Saturated Fat 2.5g
13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 65mg
22%
Sodium 480mg
21%
Total Carbohydrates 42g
15%
Dietary Fiber 3g
11%
Sugars 6g
12%
Protein 29g
58%
Vitamin A
50%
Vitamin C
25%
Calcium
8%
Iron
20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
Makes 4 servings.
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.
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