Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsAl's Deli & GrillPita Club Recipe

Pita Club Recipe

Inspired by Al's Deli & Grill
Time30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Pita Club Fillings

Method

Assemble and Finish

  1. 1

    Toast pita pockets

    Split each pita pocket and lightly toast to warm and crisp. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare chicken salad base

    In a bowl, combine 1 cup shredded chicken with 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon Dijon, 0.25 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Crisp the bacon

    Cook 4 slices of bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Prep vegetables and cheese

    Wash and dry the lettuce; slice 1 medium tomato; thinly slice 0.25 cup red onion. If desired, shred 1 cup cheddar cheese.

  5. 5

    Build the base

    Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the inner sides of the pita pockets. Divide the chicken salad between the bottom halves and sprinkle with cheddar.

  6. 6

    Layer fillings

    Top with 1.5 cups sliced turkey, then 4 slices bacon, tomato slices, red onion, and finally 2 cups shredded lettuce.

  7. 7

    Finish and serve

    Cap with the top pita halves, press gently, and cut each pita into halves or quarters. Secure with toothpicks and serve immediately.

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