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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herb Slaw for Easy Weeknights

A quick and delicious recipe for Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika substitute with regular paprika if desired
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder adjust if using fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Slaw
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cashew cream for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar substitute with white vinegar if desired
For Serving
  • 4 whole whole wheat pitas
  • to taste optional toppings sliced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, or crumbled feta

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the seasoned chicken evenly on a sheet pan and bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through and browned.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded cabbage, parsley, cilantro, and dill for the slaw.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth for the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and stir until well coated.
  7. Warm the pitas in the oven for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Assemble the pitas with chicken and slaw, adding any optional toppings you desire.
  9. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, store the slaw separately until serving.

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