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Colorful chicken pitas arranged on a rustic wooden platter with vibrant green herbs, creamy ranch slaw spilling out of pita pockets, dotted with fresh herbs, and garnished with lemon wedges. The textures vary from crispy chicken, fresh crunchy slaw, to soft pita bread, styled in a casual, inviting setting.

Simple Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw

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This quick and flavorful sheet pan chicken pitas recipe features seasoned chicken cooked to perfection, nestled in warm pita bread, topped with a refreshing herb ranch slaw that adds crunch and zest, perfect for a hassle-free meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pita bread pockets
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh herbs (parsley, dill)

  • For the Herb Ranch Slaw:
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Arrange chicken on a sheet pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  3. While chicken cooks, prepare the herb ranch slaw by mixing cabbage, carrots, ranch dressing, and herbs in a bowl.
  4. Warm pita bread in the oven for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Slice the cooked chicken and stuff into pita pockets along with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and herb ranch slaw.
  6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for a fresh finish.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Can substitute chicken with tofu or beef strips.
  • For extra crunch, add sliced cucumbers or radishes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Baking, assembly
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita with chicken
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg