For the spicy rice, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add the sliced spring onions and chopped red peppers and soften for 2-3 minutes. Add the tomato puree, cook for a further minute then add the rice and enough water to loosen it - 200ml should do. Stir in the smoked paprika and cook until heated through - around 7-9 minutes (stir often so that the bottom doesn't catch).
For the chicken pittas, sprinkle the smoked paprika over the chicken along with some salt and pepper. Heat a griddle pan over a high heat, then add the olive oil. When hot, add the chicken and cook for 10 minutes, stirring often, until cooked through.
To serve, slice the pittas and stuff with chicken, finely sliced halloumi and salad. Serve with the rice on the side. Amazing!
Nutrition Facts
Chicken Pittas with Spicy Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
553
% Daily Value*
Fat
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
40
mg
13
%
Sodium
682
mg
30
%
Potassium
562
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
72
g
24
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
28
g
56
%
Vitamin A
2825
IU
57
%
Vitamin C
42
mg
51
%
Calcium
333
mg
33
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notes
The bigger your chicken chunks, the longer they will take to cook. If you’re in any doubt about whether they’ve cooked, cut them in half. The centre should be white not pink if they have cooked through.
You can prep the spicy rice ahead of serving. Make it then take it off the heat. Heat thoroughly before serving.