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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Slaw Recipe

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Slaw Recipe

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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
  • 2–3 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