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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch

Enjoy flavorful sheet pan chicken pitas filled with roasted chicken, refreshing slaw, and zesty herby ranch dressing, perfect for cozy dinners with loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces Use fresh chicken for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 pieces lemon, sliced
For the Herby Ranch Slaw
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt (or non-dairy alternative) Regular yogurt lends creaminess.
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill, finely chopped Fresh herbs are recommended.
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, minced
  • 0.5 pieces lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste none kosher salt
  • 0.5 small head green cabbage, shredded Allow slaw to rest for flavor.
For Serving
  • 2-3 pieces pitas Opt for fresh or warmed pitas.
  • 1 ripe avocado, cubed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 425ºF.
  2. In a large bowl, toss chicken pieces with brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, kosher salt, and olive oil. Add the sliced lemon, ensuring everything is coated well.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Spread the seasoned chicken and lemon slices on a sheet pan in a single layer.
  2. Roast for 15 minutes, toss the chicken, and then roast an additional 4–7 minutes until the chicken is caramelized and cooked through.
Make the Slaw
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, chopped herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, and a sprinkle of kosher salt.
  2. Fold in the shredded cabbage, letting it sit for 10–15 minutes to marry the flavors.
Assembly
  1. Warm the pitas until soft and pliable.
  2. Fill each with the slaw, generous spoonfuls of roasted chicken, and cubes of avocado. Serve warm and relish each bite!

Notes

For variety, substitute with chickpeas for a vegan option or add olives for a Mediterranean twist. Pair well with sparkling lemonade.