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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas
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Tender, spice-rubbed chicken baked on one pan with a vibrant Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw, all tucked into warm pitas for a complete 30-minute family dinner.

  • Author: François Lemoine
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Total Time: 40 min
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 whole wheat pitas
For the Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw:
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
Sliced cucumber
Diced tomatoes
Crumbled cheese (safe vegetarian alternative)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss chicken strips with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Spread chicken in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through.
  3. While chicken bakes, make the slaw. In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage, parsley, cilantro, and dill.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Set aside.
  6. Warm pitas in oven for 1-2 minutes after removing chicken.
  7. To assemble, place chicken on each pita, top with slaw and optional toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Cut chicken into even strips for uniform cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the sheet pan to ensure proper browning.
  • For the best flavor, use fresh herbs in the slaw.
  • Store leftovers with chicken and slaw separate. Reheat chicken gently.

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