Name: Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 1½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp onion powder; ½ tsp cayenne pepper; ½ tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp olive oil; ½ lemon, sliced; ½ cup plain yogurt (or non-dairy alternative); ¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped; ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 2 tbsp fresh chives, minced; Juice from ½ lemon; 2 tbsp olive oil; Kosher salt to taste; ½ small head green cabbage, shredded; 2–3 pitas; 1 ripe avocado, cubed

Description

A quick and satisfying meal that combines seasoned chicken, crunchy vegetables, and creamy herbed yogurt, all wrapped in warm pita pockets.

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tbsp brown sugar
1½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp olive oil
½ lemon, sliced
½ cup plain yogurt (or non-dairy alternative)
¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh chives, minced
Juice from ½ lemon
2 tbsp olive oil
Kosher salt to taste
½ small head green cabbage, shredded
2–3 pitas
1 ripe avocado, cubed

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425ºF. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and olive oil. Toss everything until the chicken is well-coated and then add the lemon slices; mix again gently.
Spread the chicken and lemon slices evenly on a sheet pan, ensuring that they are in a single layer. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, then toss the chicken, and roast for an additional 4–7 minutes or until the chicken is caramelized and cooked through.
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, fresh herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, and some kosher salt. Fold in the shredded cabbage and let the mixture rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Warm the pitas until soft and pliable. Begin filling each pita with the delicious slaw, roasted chicken, and cubed avocado. Serve it warm and enjoy your creation immediately!

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. You can also customize the veggies based on your preferences.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pita
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg