Do you have any recipes that you love, especially while you are working on losing weight? Personally, I am a big fan of pitas. I got addicted to them while we lived in NJ and loved trying out different recipes. My problem with many of them, however, was that they were…well…a bit on the fattening side. Some of my favorite pitas were over 500 calories with the filling inside, which I thought were quite frightening, especially for a girl who was trying to lose weight!
With me trying to also save money, I started playing with quite a few recipes in my kitchen. After quite a bit of experimenting, I came up with a delicious recipe that everyone in my family loves. All the flavors come together to make the perfect dinner or lunch, and best of all, they are fairly low calorie – only 175 calories per serving or 5 Weight Watchers SmartPoints (PointsPlus as well for those trying to stick with the old program like me).
Feel free to tell us what you think of this yummy recipe below. While I try to stay away from naming brands, the only important note I will make is I try being careful with it comes to the pita bread. I found that the whole grain pita bread from Trader Joes and the 3 Point Whole Grain Pita Bread you can find in grocery stores work best with these recipes. While this may not sound like a lot of food at first, just be warned that this is a very filling recipe!
* If you want to cut calories even more, you can try Fat Free Greek Yogurt or a little less bacon. This is what I found was the best combination for everyone in my family.
PrintBacon & Blue Cheese Chicken Salad Pita Recipe
An easy to make, low calorie & low point chicken pita recipe. Very easy and filling to make!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 7 1x
- Category: Pita
Ingredients
- 2 cups (or 1 Bunch of Spinach)
- 1 1/2 cups of Cooked Chicken (about 1 lb)
- Pita Bread
- 2 oz of Blue Cheese (reduced fat)
- 1 cup of 2% Greek Yogurt
- 6 Slices of Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- Pepper (for taste)
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife, cut off the stems of the spinach and cut into strips. Set Aside.
- Mix together the blue cheese, Greek Yogurt, bacon, and pepper. Set Aside.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken. This is easiest while the chicken is still hot. Pat the chicken to make sure there isn’t excess liquid.
- Mix together the chicken, yogurt mixture, and spinach.
- Cut the Pita bread in half. Fill each half with the chicken and yogurt mixture. Serve cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 Pita
- Calories: 175
Just in case things change, I have a screenshot from the calorie calculator & from the Weight Watchers calculator so you can see the tools I used for the nutritional values of this recipe.
Tim Anderson says
Wonder what it would taste like dipped in wing sauce?
Sarah L says
Great flavors in this. I like that it uses yogurt instead of other things.
Jerry Marquardt says
I would definitely love to try this recipe out. The bacon speaks for itself.
Sara says
This chicken salad looks yummy I would love to try to make this
melissa cushing says
Wow… the minute I saw that photo I knew I had to comment on this recipe. I would love to make this as I am a huge fan of chicken salads and Pitas! This looks delicious and healthy and I cannot wait to make this for lunch tomm or Friday! Thanks for sharing!
Ronald Gagnon says
Spinach, bacon and only 175 calories…this is a real chicken salad mainstay
alicia szemon says
my fiance would love this! all his favorite things in one
lisa says
I love traditional chicken salad made with mayo. I’ve never tried it with bacon.I prefer pita over regular bread. Except it’s filling.After two bites, I’m done.
Judy Schechter says
I must try this, it looks so yummy! I would leave out the Bleu cheese though because I really hate its taste, I wonder what I can replace it with, any ideas? Thanks for sharing your recipe!
Sarah Phillips says
I’m a big fan of Pita bread and I must say, this recipe looks fantastic! The combination of bacon, blue cheese, & chicken is always perfect, but the addition of spinach and yogurt on Pita bread makes this sound phenomenal. Healthy too! I love it, thanks for sharing! <3
belinda bell says
I have never tried these ingredients together. I think i’m going to try them. It sounds great
lisa says
I haven’t had chicken salad in quite a while. I wouldn’t add the cheese. I like it with only white, breast meat and real mayo. I can’t eat the pre-made store bought stuff.
Sally Gearhart says
Wow, I can not believe that this delicious looking recipe only has 175 calories per servings! I love this & I’m gonna try this one out. Thanks for the new recipe!
barrie says
So delish and easy! I’m the only one who likes blue cheese her but that’s ok as that’s more for me!
Sally Wilsey says
This really sounds good. I love Blue Cheese and Chicken. This is a keeper recipe.
Edna Williams says
I would love this! Thanks for sharing!
Brigid OHara Koshko says
This sounds absolutely fantastic! A combination of all my favorites. I think I will be trying this very soon. Thanks!
Rachel says
This sounds wonderful! Thank you
Jodi Hunter says
This looks so good. I can’t believe it is low calorie too, what a win-win.
Myra B says
Sounds yummy. I even pinned the recipe to try it later. My kids might even try this and they are picky eaters
saegan anderson says
oh my god! this look amazing. def will make
Sarah L says
If this serves 7, what happens to the last half pita?
Sue Mullaney says
This really looks delicious, plus it sounds like it’s easy to make. I will definitely have to try it out; thanks for posting!
Mary Rivera says
OMG that looks so delicious will print this out to make this week and so easy with just few ingredients.
Kelly says
This looks really yummy. I love Blue Cheese, but have never put it in a sandwich. I bet it would be super yummy.
Jodi Hunter says
We made these last night and they were delicious.
Diana Smith Hill says
That looks delicious! This is something I would make allot! We both love the blue cheese and the bacon! Thanks so much for sharing this!
Dorothy Boucher says
I really like this recipe, I make something similiar to this recipe, I use feta cheese and instead of beacon I use raisins ,chopped walnuts and I prefer chicken ,.. But I will give this one a try with the blue cheese.
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Nancy Burgess says
This looks so good.
patricia delgado says
By switching the yogurt to mayo and using a low carb pita I can totally make this an Atkins low carb friendly option thanks
Tina Eiser says
Sounds great, can’t wait to try it!
elizabeth miller says
These seem so simple. I am going to have to try these but I think I will substitute ranch for the blue cheese. The blue cheese just isn’t my thing. I’ve never really given thought to making pitas..when I do, they become wraps.
dawn rader says
this looks delcious!! thansk for sharing! Pinned it for later
Jo-Ann Brightman says
This is so easy to make and sounds delicious.
Amber Ludwig says
Yummo!! A few of my favorite things in a pita!! So awesome!! And major perks for being “low cal”.
Jenny Esplana says
OMG. This is really a mouth-watering dish. Must try this at home. Thanks
Holly B says
Holy cow this looks good. And so simple too, thank you for this recipe.
Lisa Stamper says
WOW …. this really looks amazing! I have been looking for something this good to cook for an upcoming get together! Thank you so much!
Marti Tabora says
This sounds really good, I think bacon and blue cheese is a really great combination.
Megan S. says
This looks delicious! I recently found lower calorie high fiber pitas that actually taste good – that would drop the calories even more!
Suzie M says
not a big fan of blue cheese but this sounds good enought to try
Sophia,M.,McConnery says
Not sure what you were using before?I have never made a pita that is fattening!Always use good quality fillings as well.I do remember recipes that called for those sugary salad dressings?!Not my idea of healthy!
Nena Sinclair says
Yum! You had me at bacon!
Jennifer Odom says
This looks yummy!
Renee Rousseau says
Can’t wait to try this for lunch! The pix made my mouth water! You can also put filling in a burrito wrap and toast in oven ’till crunchy and serve with a side of blue cheese dressing for dipping.
San says
Looks so yummy and easy to do! Will definitely try this out.
Jennifer says
This looks good. I would leave out the yogurt, but I have to try this.
Jayne says
I’d have to keep the bleu cheese separate to keep everyone happy but other than that, it sounds delicious.
Jodi Hunter says
We made some of these this weekend they were great!
Christina Jones says
I love me some chicken salad. I need to make this. Yum!
Ronald Gagnon says
Like I said before…….Spinach, bacon and only 175 calories..excellent
DENISE LOW says
I think this would taste great. Thank you for sharing.
Shakeia Rieux says
I would love to try this recipe without the blue cheese,I’m sure it would taste just as good.My favorite is chicken salad,never had it in a pita or with bacon but this looks soo good and I can’t wait to try it
Lynne Meyer says
I may be allergic to blue cheese, but it’s one of my hubby’s very favorite foods — along with bacon. ? I bet he would LOVE this. I may surprise him with it.
Jessica D says
This looks amazing!! Definitely going to add it to the list
Hannah C says
Yummy! This looks like something my family and I would really enjoy.
Julie says
This looks amazing! I think my kids would enjoy this too! Thanks for the recipe!
Lauryn R says
This definitely looks like something my husband would really love! I’m not a huge blue cheese fan (OK, I hate it if I’m being honest) but he loves it! I will make him some for sure, thanks for the recipe share! 🙂
Max Pena says
This looks awesome. Cant wait to try it
Deborah D says
This looks real good. Although, I am not a blue cheese fan.
Elizabeth says
Love this recipe, thanks for posting it 🙂 I bet it might be good with added grapes and maybe even some chopped, toasted walnuts!
Nancy Burgess says
My kids would love these.
KATE SARSFIELD says
There’s no blue cheese fans in this house but other than that … Actually, I think I’d serve it while the chicken was still hot/warm so that the spinach wilts, maybe some cumin & raita instead of the yog … the possibilities are endless!
Rana Durham says
Yummy, I never thought of that one sounds like an amazing idea.
I will def do this recipe right here. Thanks for sharing this recipe with us.
Melissa S says
This sounds delicious. I love blue cheese and bacon so I am going to have to try this for dinner one night this week.
Ronald Gagnon says
Love the excellent ingredients and the fact it takes only 30 minutes…while stomach rumbles
cylina williams says
This looks really good, I cannot wait to make this!
Rita Spratlen says
I love how you put the spinach in it. it gives it color and nutrition. Sounds yummy!!! My husband loves blue cheese and he would so love this!!
Rachel says
I love chicken salad so I need to try this.
Mia says
I am a big fan of pitas tool I prefer them to bread and this looks like an awesome recipe especially with the blue cheese.
Ronald Gagnon says
I like that it uses yogurt, blue cheese and bacon
Barrie says
Oh my gosh…I love blue cheese and the use of it in this sandwich, sounds amazing!
beranize says
Om this looks so good I would definitely try this! Normally I never know what to do with pita bread, I usually go super simple and just add cheese to it 🙁 although I like cheese lol
denise low says
This looks wonderful. Maybe we can make this for the super bowl on Sunday.
Nena Sinclair says
Yummy! This is my idea of a great sandwich!
Judy Thomas says
Thanks for the recipe, yummy!
Natalie says
I have been wanting to try something new for lunch!
Tricia Hope says
This looks amazing!Will make for tomorrows’ game.
Kim Pincombe Cole says
Thanks for sharing – I am going to make these this week!!
Kimberly B says
This sounds delicious! If I replace the pita with some oopsie bread it will easily fit into my low carb diet plan.
violet taylor says
i have all of that but never thought to put it all together
Tamra Phelps says
I do love pita bread! This looks really good. I might substitute another kind of cheese since I’m just not a huge fan of blue cheese, but I can definitely see using this recipe in my diet.
Tara Gauthier says
This looks so good, I am the only one in my house who likes blue cheese so I have lots around so will be making this for sure!
Donna B says
This sounds so good and really easy to make. Thanks for sharing this recipe, I’ll have to give it a try.
Sandra Watts says
I had chili tonight for dinner and it didn’t sit well with me. Should have gone with a nice bacon bleu cheese chicken salad. Yummy!
Melissa Cushing says
Your picture drew me in! I had to take a look and I am going to try making this recipe this weekend as it sounds delicious and healthy! I really appreciate you sharing this recipe post!
kathy downey says
Wow as soon as i opened your page i seen this,I have never tried these ingredients together.Thanks for the recipe !
Jeena Bittenbender says
Oh that looks so good. I love that it calls for yogurt. I am always looking for a different way to make sandwiches. I think I will try these.
nikki elkins says
This sounds good. Looks healthy as well
Peter Jones says
Wow this was flipping awesome.
Remembering is salivating.
June S. says
(Bacon & Blue Cheese Chicken Salad Pita Recipe) I am going to make this recipe for myself, it sounds fairly easy to make also.
Laurie Arnheim says
I am so making this! I think my hubby would even eat this! Always looking for different ways to use chicken… he gets so tired of chicken LOL
contest_chick82 says
I love bacon and I love blue cheese! This is perfect for moi! Thank you so much!
Bryanna says
I’m going to have to make this for my partner for him to try!
Jen D says
Oh YUM! I’m not a HUGE blue cheese fan, I wonder if I can make a ceaser version!?
Nikolina says
Love this recipe, I’ll have to give it a try!!
Margot C says
Oh yes yum! Something about bacon and blu cheeses is always wonderful. I might add some arugula to this for snap.
sarah alexis says
Honestly I think Blue Cheese makes this recipe special! It gives that little kick!
Susan Bewley says
I agree! It is one of those things that seems a bit odd at first but it really brings out the other flavors. 🙂
Lisa Coomer Queen says
This pita looks delicious. Thanks for the recipe. I will be sure to try!
Sarah L says
I think I’ll have this for lunch tomorrow. Such good flavors.
Randy Fulgham says
dang ==this sounds great, i dont know if i can make this , but i am gonna try==thanks
Lindsay G says
I looove pita bread recipes, this one sounds so delicious! I have to try it out
Sarah Kurtz says
Looks so delicious and healthy. I am now hungry lol. I think the kids would love this too. Thank you for sharing.
Kara Marks says
This looks wonderful and I can’t wait to make it. Thanks!
belinda bell says
this recipe look yummy
BILL HOFF says
We are always looking for different ways to prepare chicken!
laurie says
I was scrolling thru the blog and saw this. Everything stopped!! I am going to go to the store and get stuff to make this!! YUM Thanks!!
clojo9372 says
I never had bacon with blue cheese! it looks like a delicious combination to enjoy for lunch! 🙂
Magdalena says
Looks delicious, and absolutely nutritious. I will be bookmarking this recipe for future reference.
Laurie P says
How yummy is this……and with added bacon, drooling!
Karen C says
Drooling as well – need to bookmark this page for the future. Awesome recipe !
The Future Mrs. Vines says
I just shared this with my coworkers. 3 of us are in a lunch club, where we take turns bringing healthy lunches. This is definitely going on the list.
Holly Thomas says
This is a must have for my recipe box!
Christy Caldwell says
Great medley of flavors. I love thins stuffed in pita bread. I’m definitely trying this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Melissa J says
This sounds like a real winner! Yum! Thanks for sharing
Judy Thomas says
OMG, you had me at bacon! 🙂 Yummy!
April Monty says
My guys would absolutely gobble up this sandwich! It’s a definite must try it
Amy Green says
This recipe is sure to be a hit in my house! I just love anything with pita bread (Remember the pita ‘Pizza Pockets’ at Jack-in-The-Box restaurants?!) The combination of the bacon, blue cheese and chicken are definitely going to add up to a savory sandwich.
April Monty says
This looks absolutely delicious, im dying to try this out.
Christina G. says
This looks delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Kara Marks says
This sounds wonderful–great idea to add the blue cheese.
Dotty J Boucher says
This sandwich looks amazing, I am loving everything you used to put this together, yum!
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Lynne B says
The ingredients are going on my grocery list now. May swap out the blue cheese for feta.
Susan Bewley says
That would probably be great! I have personally never tried it since my hubby HATES feta cheese with a passion. 🙂
Lynne B says
That’s funny, Susan. My husband LOVES feta cheese! Either way, bacon makes it all better!
Amber Terry says
This looks INSANELY delicious and I love that it’s low calorie!! Thanks for sharing this one 🙂
deanna says
ohmygoodness this pita sounds so yummy! Thank you for the recipe.
Melissa Storms says
This sounds delicious. I have never tried reduced fat blue cheese but think it is worth trying in this recipe.
Marie Lowther says
I’ll have to share this recipe with my mom, i’m sure she would love it! Thanks for sharing!
shannon fowler says
this sounds so delicious. i love blue cheese, and chicken is about the only meat i eat.
belinda bell says
this chicken salad pita sounds awesome. I am always looking for different chicken salad recipes.
Kimberly Flickinger says
I am not a fan of chicken salad; however, my mother is. I will share this with her.
Bridget Combs says
Oh My Goodness! This looks wonderful and I’m totally making this today
tiffany dayton says
Looks good and easy to make.
Alice F says
My husband and I love pita sandwiches! Chicken salad is always a winning dish in our house and with the pita, we can’t go wrong.
Kim Pincombe-Cole says
I love that this is so healthy. In my opinion, bacon & blue cheese make everything better!
Sally Wilsey says
This has everything I love in it. Bacon, Chicken, Yogurt, and Pita Bread. Some of my all time favorites. Thank you for this recipe.
Deborah Caudill says
Thanks for sharing your recipe for Bacon and Blue Cheese Chicken Salad on pita. It looks and sounds amazing. Have you ever tried it with ranch dressing instead of blue cheese? I love blue cheese, but one of my picky eaters loves ranch with everything. Of course they all love Bacon the most, so maybe picky eater will devour it before he notices the blue cheese. It sounds delicious to me. I will let you know how it goes with picky.
denise low says
Thank you for the recipe. We would love to try this recipe out. It has everything that we like in it.
ralph gonzales says
this looks very nice.i would like to try this
April Monty says
I knoe my family will totally enjoy this! Great taste and so easy to make.
Dotty J Boucher says
This sandwich looks delicious! I love what you added to this, like the spinach and blue cheese,
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