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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw

Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas: A Wonderfully Quick Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia Hart
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Make quick and easy sheet pan chicken pitas with a flavorful fresh herb ranch slaw. This recipe is perfect for a simple weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 6 pita breads
  • For the slaw: 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (dill, parsley, chives)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread chicken in a single layer on a sheet pan.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. While chicken is baking, prepare the slaw. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, fresh herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add shredded cabbage and carrots to the dressing and toss to combine.
  7. Warm pita breads.
  8. Fill each pita with chicken and top with fresh herb ranch slaw.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use pre-shredded cabbage and carrots to save time.
  • Adjust the amount of herbs in the slaw to your preference.
  • For a spicier slaw, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg