Picky Eater Pita Pizza Pockets

By charlotteh371

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 1 28oz can whole tomatoes
• 2 medium carrots, shredded
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, shredded
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 cup baby spinach leaves
• 2 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 4 whole wheat pitas
• 1 cup shredded part skim mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350. In a medium saucepan over moderate heat, warm the oil. Add the onions and garlic, and saute until they begin to soften, 5 mins. Add the tomatoes, carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, and oregano, and simmer for 20mins. Add the spinach, and continue simmering. 1 minute. Let cool. Puree the vegetables with an immersion or regular blender if desired.

Place a quarter of the chicken cubes inside each pita pocket. Add a few tablespoons of sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Arrange the pita pockets on a large baking sheet, and bake until the cheese is melted. 8 to 10mins.