Kevin has found the ideal lunch for a friend of his who has to eat on the run. Every requirement is met with this recipe.
Easy, check! Healthy, check! Non-messy, check! Tasty, check!
This can easily be made the night before, where he can easily grab it and go the next morning. If you are like Kevin’s friend, you might want to try this recipe, too. Kevin’s version comes from “Redbook,” Jan. 2014, edition.
Happy Cooking,
Kevin Wilson & Mom
Healthy Chicken and Pita Pockets
Ingredients:
1 ( 10 ounces) frozen broccoli florets, steamed
4 pita pockets, halved
½ pomegranate, seeded
1 pound chicken breast tenders, seasoned with lemon pepper, baked
1 cup non-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
Juice and zest of ½ lemon
Directions:
Whisk together yogurt, olive oil, sugar, salt, and lemon juice and zest. Spread desired amount inside each pita. Add chicken tenders and broccoli. Top with pomegranate seeds. Serve!
