Tender Chicken Pockets

  Chicken & Turkey

I wanted to make lunches more interesting, so I created this recipe that's now a favorite of ours. Try it with a fruit salad on the side.

Tender Chicken Pockets

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TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 4 teaspoons mayonnaise, optional
  • 4 whole wheat pita pocket halves
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Dash salt and pepper

Instructions

  • 1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chicken, water and bouillon. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • 2. Spread mustard and mayonnaise if desired on the inside of each pita half. Fill with lettuce, cucumber, chicken and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

2 each: 396 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 984mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 37g protein.

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