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Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch

Delicious Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch in 30 Minutes

A quick, customizable recipe for Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch that creates a flavorful, comforting meal in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar adds sweetness and helps with caramelization
  • 1.5 tsp smoked paprika provides a smoky flavor
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder for flavor depth
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder for flavor depth
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper adds heat
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt enhances flavor
  • 1 tbsp olive oil adds richness
  • 0.5 lemon sliced, for brightness
For the Herby Slaw
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt or non-dairy alternative
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp chives minced
  • 0.5 lemon juice for acidity
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for richness
  • kosher salt to taste
  • 0.5 small head green cabbage shredded
To Assemble
  • 2–3 pitas for wrapping
  • 1 ripe avocado cubed, for creaminess

Equipment

  • sheet pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Combine chicken with brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, and olive oil.
  2. Transfer the chicken onto a sheet pan, roast for 15 minutes, toss for even cooking, and roast for an additional 4 to 7 minutes until fully cooked.
  3. Whisk together the yogurt, dill, parsley, chives, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Fold in the shredded cabbage.
  4. Warm the pitas in the oven, then fill with slaw, chicken, and avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (75°C). Prepping the slaw in advance enhances flavors and reduces assembly time.

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