On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas,Crispy BBQ Chicken Nugget Salad , Crispy barbecue Chicken Nugget Salad, Crispy BBQ Chicken Salad , BBQ Chicken Nugget Salad, BBQ Chicken Salad , barbecue chicken salad, healthy crispy barbecue chicken salad, healthier bbq chicken bowl, healthy bbq chicken salad, oven baked crispy bbq chicken nuggets, oven baked chicken nuggets, oven baked crispy bbq chicken, oven baked crispy bbq chicken salad, healthy crispy bbq chicken salad,

Crispy BBQ Chicken Nugget Salad

AfterlightImage 157

Lemon Snap Pea and Burrata Pasta

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Cinnamon Peach Cobbler Crisp, Peach Cobbler Crisp, Cinnamon Peach Cobbler, Cinnamon Peach Crisp, peach crisp cobbler hybrid, crisp cobbler hybrid, crisp cobbler, half crisp half cobbler, peach half crisp half cobbler, stovetop peach cobbler, stovetop peach crisp, easy Peach Cobbler Crisp, Cinnamon Peach Oat Cobbler, Cinnamon sugar Peach Cobbler Crisp,

Cinnamon Peach Cobbler Crisp

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Chicken and Veggies Gnocchi, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Chicken, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Chicken and Veggies, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Gnocchi, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Chicken Gnocchi. Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Veggies and Gnocci, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed vegetables and Gnocchi, Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies Gnocchi, Sheet Pan cauliflower Gnocchi, Sheet Pan crispy Gnocchi and vegetables, Sheet Pan Honey Glazed crispy Gnocchi, Honey Glazed Chicken and Veggies Gnocchi, gluten free gnocchi, healthy gnocchi recipes, recipes to use with cauliflower gnocchi,

Sheet Pan Honey Glazed Chicken and Veggies Gnocchi

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Healthier Tofu Tikka Masala, Healthy Tofu Tikka Masala, crumbled Tofu Tikka Masala, Tofu Tikka Masala, lighter Tofu Tikka Masala, Healthier vegetarian butter chicken, vegetarian butter chicken, vegan butter chicken, vegan tikka masala, vegan Indian curry, vegetarian Indian curry, healthy vegetarian Indian curry, healthy vegan Indian curry, tikka masala with roasted mushrooms, healthy tikka masala with roasted mushrooms,

Healthier Tofu Tikka Masala

Chipotle Chicken Skewers with Elote Slaw

Chipotle Chicken Skewers with Elote Slaw

AfterlightImage 110

Golden Crispy Rice Salmon Bake

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Pitas, Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, greek Chicken Pitas, Avocado Greek Chicken Pitas, healthy avocado pita pockets, greek chicken pita pockets, Avocado Tzatziki, Avocado Tzatziki Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken, Creamy Avocado Chicken Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Sandwich, healthy summer sandwich, healthy summer picnic sandwich, easy healthy homemade picnic ideas, onanniesmenu, On Annie’s Menu, On Annies menu,

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas

Sesame Crusted Fish with Olive Bruschetta, Sesame Crusted Fish, Fish with Olive Bruschetta, bruschetta topped fish, healthy greek fish recipe, olive topped fish, crispy fish with olives, olive fish topping, olive white fish recipe, sesame panko crusted fish, panko crusted white fish, panko crusted greek white fish, healthy fish recipes, healthy greek fish recipes, healthy sesame fish recipes, on annies menu, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu,

Sesame Crusted Fish with Olive Bruschetta

Burst Tomato Chicken Parmesan Melts, Chicken Parmesan Melts, Burst Tomato Chicken Parmesan, chicken parm toast, chicken parm melts, chicken parm sandwich, healthy chicken parm sandwich, healthy chicken parm toast, open faced chicken parmesan sandwich, chicken parm toast, open faced chicken parm sandwich, healthy chicken parm, unique chicken parm, italian fusion recipes, burst tomato toast, burst tomato chicken parm, tomato confit chicken parm, tomato confit chicken parmesan, tomato confit chicken parm toast, tomato confit chicken parm melts, chicken parm melt, chicken parm toastie,

Burst Tomato Chicken Parmesan Melts

Healthier Stroganoff Quesadillas with Yogurt Chive Dip, beef stroganoff quesadillas, healthier beef stroganoff, Healthier beef Stroganoff Quesadillas, Healthier Quesadillas with Yogurt Chive Dip,Healthy mushroom Quesadillas, mushroom quesadillas with yogurt dip, mushroom ground chicken quesadillas, chicken stroganoff, turkey stroganoff, healthier stroganoff, Healthier beef Stroganoff Quesadillas with Yogurt Chive Dip, Healthier chicken Quesadillas with Yogurt Chive Dip, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu, on annies menu,

Healthier Stroganoff Quesadillas with Yogurt Chive Dip

Smoky Tofu BLT Bowls, Smoky Tofu Bacon, tofu bacon BLT, tofu bacon, oven roasted tofu bacon, tofu “bacon”, healthy tofu bacon, tofu blt, vegetarian blt, blt bowls, healthy blt bowl, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu, on annies menu, healthy blt, blt in a bowl, summer quinoa bowl recipes, blt quinoa bowl, tofu quinoa bowl, tofu avocado quinoa bowl, blt avocado bowls, avocado tofu blt,

Smoky Tofu BLT Bowls

Cacio e Pepe Marinated Artichoke Salad, Cacio e Pepe Artichoke Salad, Marinated Artichoke Salad, Italian Artichoke Salad, Arugula Artichoke Salad, Cacio e Pepe Salad, Italian dinner party menu, italian style dinner party menu, boujee dinner party menu, fancy italian dinner menu, italian summer dinner party menu, cacio e pepe salad, cacio e pepe arugula salad, parmesan arugula artichoke salad, parmesan arugula salad, parmesan romaine salad, parmesan hazelnut salad, parmesan pine nut salad, summer italian salad, italian side salad, avocado parmesan summer salad, healthy summer salad, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu on annies menu,

Cacio e Pepe Marinated Artichoke Salad

Honey Sriracha Sesame Salmon Bowls, Asian Sesame Salmon Bowls, Honey Sriracha Sesame Salmon, Honey Sriracha Salmon, Sriracha Salmon Bowls, avocado cucumber salmon bowls, healthy asian salmon bowls, emily mariko salmon bowls, easy healthy salmon recipes, healthy asian salmon recipes, Honey glazed asian Salmon Bowls, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu, on annies menu, Sriracha Mayo Salmon, asian salmon rice bowl,

Honey Sriracha Sesame Salmon Bowls

Broccoli Salad Chicken Pitas, Healthy Broccoli Salad Chicken Pitas, Healthy Broccoli Salad with Chicken, chicken broccoli salad, healthy chicken broccoli salad, healthy broccoli salad wrap, broccoli salad wrap, chicken broccoli salad wrap, vegan broccoli salad, healthy easy broccoli salad, summer salad pitas, summer pita ideas, healthy picnic ideas, healthy beach picnic ideas, healthy picnic sandwich ideas, meal prep pita ideas, meal prep chicken ideas, easy healthy picnic ideas, healthy beach picnic wrap, healthy picnic wrap, healthy picnic chicken sandwich, on annies menu, on annie’s menu, onanniesmenu,

Broccoli Salad Chicken Pitas

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Cowboy Caviar Fish Tacos, Cowboy Caviar Fish, Cowboy Caviar Bria, healthy Cowboy Caviar, corn and bean Fish Tacos, taco seasoned Fish Tacos, texas Caviar Fish Tacos, Cowboy Caviar Tacos, Cowboy Caviar spiced Fish, healthy fish tacos, avocado corn and bean fish tacos, fish taco bar, corn salad fish tacos,

Cowboy Caviar Fish Tacos

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Pistachio Mint and Beet Chopped Salad, Pistachio Mint Beet Salad, Mint Beet Salad, Beet Chopped Salad, Jicama Beet Chopped Salad, Jicama chopped salad, Avocado and Beet Chopped Salad, Avocado Jicama and Beet Salad, Cucumber feta Beet Salad, beet feta cucumber jicama mint pistachio chopped salad,

Pistachio, Mint, and Beet Chopped Salad

On Annie’s Menu, onanniesmenu, On Annies Menu, Healthy dinner recipes, healthy snacks, healthy recipes, healthy breakfast, healthy eating, healthy meal prep, meal prep, healthy lunch ideas, healthy meals, realistic healthy recipes, easy vegetarian recipes, easy healthy family recipes, easy food blog, asian healthy family recipes, quick and healthy meals for families, healthy dinner party recipes, dinner party menu ideas, Sheet Pan Greek Meatballs and Potatoes, Sheet Pan Greek Meatballs and Potato wedges, Greek Meatballs and crispy Potatoes, greek meatball plates, greek chicken meatballs, greek chicken meatballs and tzatziki, greek turkey meatballs, Sheet Pan Greek Potatoes, Greek Potatoes wedges, Baked Greek Meatballs and Potatoes, Baked Greek Meatball bowls, greek meatball bowls,

Sheet Pan Greek Meatball and Potatoes

share

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas

July 19, 2022
by
Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Pitas, Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, greek Chicken Pitas, Avocado Greek Chicken Pitas, healthy avocado pita pockets, greek chicken pita pockets, Avocado Tzatziki, Avocado Tzatziki Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken, Creamy Avocado Chicken Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Sandwich, healthy summer sandwich, healthy summer picnic sandwich, easy healthy homemade picnic ideas, onanniesmenu, On Annie’s Menu, On Annies menu,
Jump to RecipePrint Recipe

A creamy avocado herb yogurt sauce tossed with zucchini, chicken, and all the optional fixings you’re craving all tucked into a warm pita: these Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas are the handheld of the summer!

Jump to Recipe

If you can’t tell by now, I love pitas. They are simply the best sandwich. What you may not know about me, however, is my love for Trader Joe’s. It’s super affordable, all of their goods somehow seem “organic” (or at least they have a good marketing team), and their pre-made section is the absolute best! Now, I’m not a big sucker for grocery store pre-made hot bars and packaged goods… I simply like to make most of my food myself. That being said, TJ’s cheap prices and extensive dip section is usually too good to resist. While I’ve tried just about every dip on their shelf, I recently stumbled upon a light green dip that completely blew all of the others out of the water. And, yes, you guessed it: I became obsessed with their avocado tzatziki! In using this dip, and my current urgency to soak up the rest of the summer produce season, I whipped up this Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas recipe! And, let me tell you, it’s a new fav!

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Pitas, Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, greek Chicken Pitas, Avocado Greek Chicken Pitas, healthy avocado pita pockets, greek chicken pita pockets, Avocado Tzatziki, Avocado Tzatziki Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken, Creamy Avocado Chicken Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Sandwich, healthy summer sandwich, healthy summer picnic sandwich, easy healthy homemade picnic ideas, onanniesmenu, On Annie’s Menu, On Annies menu,

the breakdown…

These Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas seriously could not be simpler. Really, though, what makes this dish shine (at least in my opinion) is the versatility. I mean, the only really “strict” part of this recipe is that base of the avocado tzatziki dip… and, well, that’s what makes these pitas so good! So, to get things started, you want to whip up this quick dip in a blender or food processor. 

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Pitas, Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, greek Chicken Pitas, Avocado Greek Chicken Pitas, healthy avocado pita pockets, greek chicken pita pockets, Avocado Tzatziki, Avocado Tzatziki Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken, Creamy Avocado Chicken Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Sandwich, healthy summer sandwich, healthy summer picnic sandwich, easy healthy homemade picnic ideas, onanniesmenu, On Annie’s Menu, On Annies menu,

Use just a bit of greek yogurt and avocado as the base, then throw in some garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for a bit of flavor. Then, after grating the cucumber on the finest blade of your grater, place the shreds into a few paper towels or a thin, clean dish towel. Over the sink, squeeze all of the water (or as much as you can) out of the cucumber (essentially ringing the water through the towel). Once the water is all drained, mix the cucumber into the sauce. This extra ringing step will prevent your tzatziki from getting too liquidy. Lastly, throw a few fresh herbs into your dip. Dill is traditional, but parsley, chives, and mint are also fan favorites. You could even throw some fresh basil or oregano into the mix — or do a mix of whatever you have! Really, this is a lot like my regular Tzatziki recipe — just with some avocado thrown into the mix. 

the mix-ins…

With that sauce ready to go, these Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas are honestly almost done. Sure, you will want to make some chicken, but I don’t specify how to do that in this recipe. I love using this chicken recipe, but any chicken will work. You could poach, bake, sear, or grill chicken breasts or thighs before dicing. You could even shred the chicken, too, if you prefer. Oh, and a rotisserie chicken would work well, too! Really, the options are endless — the chicken is just so good here. With that, you want to throw some raw zucchini into your bowl. Before this summer, I never ate zucchini raw, and now I don’t know why! Sure, some sauteed zucchini and squash is always delicious, but so is the freshness and crunchiness from the raw veggie… especially when it’s mixed up with a creamy sauce! I seriously love it, but you could also leave it out or substitute it with some diced cucumber (a bit more of a harsh crunch). 

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Pitas, Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Avocado Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, Zucchini and Chicken Pitas, greek Chicken Pitas, Avocado Greek Chicken Pitas, healthy avocado pita pockets, greek chicken pita pockets, Avocado Tzatziki, Avocado Tzatziki Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken Salad, Avocado Tzatziki Chicken, Creamy Avocado Chicken Pita Pockets, Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Sandwich, healthy summer sandwich, healthy summer picnic sandwich, easy healthy homemade picnic ideas, onanniesmenu, On Annie’s Menu, On Annies menu,

The next ingredient you want to throw into your bowl is the feta. Feta is seriously the best here, so don’t feel like you need to skimp on it. In all honesty, I probably go closer to ¾ cup of that cheese… but I am a bit feta obsessed. Then comes the fun part of this recipe: the optional additions! Truly, this Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas recipe is perfect as it is. Still, if you’re craving something a bit more jazzed up, or are simply looking for a new way to get in a bit more of that summer produce, I recommend mixing in some other textures and flavors. Sliced scallions, kalamata olives, black olives, toasted chopped almonds, roasted red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, roasted corn, or peas are my recommendations here. Don’t go with too many of these, though. One or two should do the trick. Because, I mean, when you mix everything up with that avocado tzatziki… the result is just so freaking flavorful.

how to serve them up…

Stuff your filling into a warm pita pocket or pita flatbread and top everything off with some sweet and tangy pickled red onions. Doux South makes my favorite store-bought option. Then, without further ado, dig in! These Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas are seriously always a good idea. I love to make them as meal prep for lunches throughout the week. They will last well stuffed in the pita for a few hours if you need to take them on the go, and the filling will last for many days in the fridge. Really, you can’t go wrong with a good pita lunch! Still, these Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas also make for a great dinner option. Serve them up with a simple salad, a Greek rice pilaf, some blistered tomatoes or peppers, or just as they are! In any case, I definitely recommend making a double batch of that avocado tzatziki to eat with some crudite or pita chips… it’s seriously so addicting! 

I hope you love these Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas as much as I do! Let me know what you think in the comments below:))

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas
Pin
Print

Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas

Recipe by Annie PatrickCourse: Main CourseCuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean, FusionDifficulty: Easy
Servings

6

pitas
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking timeminutes
Total time

15

minutes

A creamy avocado herb yogurt sauce tossed with zucchini, chicken, and all the optional fixings you’re craving all tucked into a warm pita: these Avocado Tzatziki Zucchini and Chicken Pitas are the handheld of the summer!

Ingredients

  • avocado tzatziki:

  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt

  • 1 avocado

  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed

  • 1 small lemon, juiced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • ½ cup finely grated cucumber (about 1 medium cucumber), drained off water*

  • ⅓ cup chopped mixed herbs of choice (such as dill, chives, mint, and/or parsley)

  • 3-4 tbsp water, to thin

  • assembly:

  • 2 cups zucchini (about 1 large or 2 small zucchini), diced into ½ inch cubes

  • 2 cups chicken (about 2 chicken breasts), diced into ½ inch cubes (I love this marinade)

  • ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled

  • optional additions: sliced scallions, kalamata olives, black olives, toasted chopped almonds, roasted red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, roasted corn, or peas

  • Pickled red onions, to garnish

  • 3-4 pita pockets, halved and warmed (or 5-6 flatbread style pitas or naan)*

Instructions

  • In a blender or food processor, mix the greek yogurt, avocado, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Using a spoon, mix in the cucumber and mixed herbs. Thin with water as needed.
  • In a large bowl, toss the avocado tzatziki with the diced zucchini, chicken, feta cheese, and any other additional mix-ins, if desired.
  • Stuff some of the filling into your warmed pita. Top with a few pickled red onions and enjoy!

Notes

  • After grating the cucumber on the finest blade of your grater, place the shreds into a few paper towels or a thin, clean dish towel. Over the sink, squeeze all of the water (or as much as you can) out of the cucumber (essentially ringing the water through the towel). This will prevent your tzatziki from getting too liquidy.
  • I love using this chicken recipe, but any chicken will work. You could poach, bake, sear, or grill chicken breasts or thighs before dicing. You could even shred the chicken, too, if you prefer.
  • You can use pita pockets or flatbread style pitas or naan for this recipe. If using pita pockets, slice the pitas in half to reveal the opening in which to put the filling. If using a flatbread style, simply layer the filling directly into the pita. In either case, I recommend warming the pita in a damp paper towel in the microwave or on the stovetop. With either method, about 30 seconds should do the trick. 
share
Tags:
On Annie's Menu
Close Cookmode