Wonderful Halos and Chicken Pita Pockets

By

Tara Bench

Sweet Wonderful Halos mandarins, toasted almonds, celery and chicken tossed in a lemony dressing are tucked into a mini pita pocket with fresh lettuce. Great for a brunch, fun lunch or kids’ little hands.

  • Prep Time

    30

    mins

  • Total Time

    30

    mins

  • Calories*

    * per serving

  • Serves

    6-8

ingredients

  • 12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked
  • ¾ cup sliced celery
  • ¾ cup shredded carrot
  • ½ cup almonds, chopped
  • 1 cup Wonderful Halos segments
  • 1/3 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 to 10 mini pitas with pockets
  • Green leaf lettuce leaves

Instructions

  1. Shred or slice chicken and add to a bowl with the celery, carrot and almonds. Cut half of the Wonderful Halos segments in half and add all the Wonderful Halos to the bowl; set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl stir together the yogurt, lemon juice and Dijon. Season with salt and pepper. Stir half the dressing into the chicken mixture.
  3. Cut about 1 inch from the top of each pita, open the pocket and tuck in a piece of lettuce. Fill each pita with ¼ to 1/3 cup chicken mixture. Serve with extra dressing.

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