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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Slaw Recipe

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Slaw Recipe

5.1 from 16 reviews

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Slaw is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender, seasoned chicken paired with a refreshing herb-infused slaw, all stuffed into warm pitas for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon, sliced

Herby Ranch Slaw

  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt, or non-dairy alternative
  • 1/4 cup dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp chives, minced
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 1/2 small head green cabbage, shredded
  • 23 pitas
  • 1 ripe avocado, cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425º F, preferably set to convection mode.
  2. Prepare the chicken: In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the brown sugar, spices, salt, and olive oil. Add the lemon slices and toss to coat. Spread the chicken onto a sheet pan, making sure not to overcrowd.
  3. Bake the chicken: Bake for 15 minutes, toss, and bake for an additional 4-7 minutes until crisp and caramelized.
  4. Make the slaw: In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Add the shredded cabbage and toss to combine. Allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  5. Assemble the pitas: Warm the pitas in the microwave and fill each with slaw, chicken, and avocado.

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Keywords: Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas, Herby Ranch Slaw, Chicken Pita Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner