Wholemeal pitta stuffed with chicken goujons & tomato salsa

Wholemeal pitta stuffed with chicken goujons & tomato salsa

This recipe makes a delicious lunch, but it's also great for kids too - they love anything they can tackle with their fingers!

  • Preparation: 15 mins
  • Cooking: 15 mins
  • Serves: 4

What you need:

  • 125g granary breadcrumbs
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried mixed herbs
  • 400g chicken breast, cut into strips (skinless)
  • 1 medium egg, beaten
  • 8 wholemeal pitta breads, toasted
  • 8 tbsp fresh tomato salsa
  • Salad to serve

What you do:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C, gas mark 6.
  2. Mix together the breadcrumbs, paprika, herbs and seasoning.
  3. Dip the chicken first in the egg and then coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Place on a large greased baking tray. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cooked throughout.
  4. Serve in toasted pitta bread with tomato salsa and salad.

Handy cook's tip:

Replace the paprika with mild chilli powder for a hot variation or replace the chicken with white fish such as cod or haddock.

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