Onion and Chive Pitas

Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Onion and Chive Pitas—a flavorful fusion of creamy, savory, and sweet elements packed into every bite. Featuring golden caramelized onions paired with a velvety chive-infused cream cheese spread, this recipe transforms humble ingredients into a gourmet experience. The soft, warm pita pockets perfectly cradle the rich filling, offering a satisfying balance of texture and taste. Perfect for quick lunches, appetizers, or light dinners, these pitas are easy to prepare in just 30 minutes and serve up beautifully with minimal effort. With a touch of sweetness from the onions and fresh herbal brightness from the chives, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve warm and watch these crowd-pleasers disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 large Yellow onion
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh chives
• 0.5 cup Cream cheese
• 4 pieces Pita breads
• 1 tablespoon Butter (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions to the skillet and stir occasionally to coat them evenly in the oil.

Step 3

Sprinkle the sugar, salt, and black pepper over the onions. Continue cooking on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes until the onions are caramelized and golden brown. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.

Step 4

While the onions cook, finely chop the fresh chives and set them aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and half of the chopped chives. Mix until the chives are evenly distributed.

Step 6

When the onions are caramelized, remove them from the heat and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 7

Warm the pita breads (optional) by toasting them lightly in a pan with a bit of butter or placing them in the oven for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Cut the pita breads in half to create pockets. Gently spread the cream cheese mixture inside each pita pocket.

Step 9

Stuff each pita pocket with a generous spoonful of the caramelized onions, then garnish with the remaining chopped chives.

Step 10

Serve the Onion and Chive Pitas warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	770 grams (770.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1592

Total Fat 87.10g	112%
Saturated Fat 37.20g	186%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 152mg	51%
Sodium 2869mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 173.60g	63%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 34.80g	70%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 301mg	23%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 1024mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.5%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 42.9%