Chicken and Bacon Pasta Pita Melts Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Chicken and Bacon Pasta Pita Melts Recipe combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and pasta in a deliciously portable pita pocket. It’s a great option for a quick lunch or dinner, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures.

The recipe is simple to follow and perfect for using leftover chicken or pasta. You can customize it with your favorite ingredients to make it your own.

Delicious Chicken and Bacon Pasta Pita Melts

These pita melts are filled with a creamy mixture of chicken, bacon, and pasta, all melted together for a delightful meal. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work well)
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup ranch dressing or your favorite dressing
4 pita pockets
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, and ranch dressing. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Stuff the Pitas: Carefully open each pita pocket and fill them with the chicken and bacon pasta mixture.
Bake: Place the stuffed pitas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pitas are slightly crispy.
Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.