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Colorful plate featuring golden-brown sheet pan chicken nestled inside soft pita bread, topped with vibrant green and purple herb ranch slaw, garnished with fresh herbs and drizzled with creamy dressing, styled on a rustic wooden table

Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Fresh Herb Ranch Slaw

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Juicy baked chicken served in warm pita bread, topped with a zesty, fresh herb ranch slaw for a quick and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds 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 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh herbs (parsley, dill)

  • For the Ranch Slaw:
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill)
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chicken 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. Meanwhile, prepare the ranch slaw by mixing shredded cabbage, herbs, ranch dressing, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  4. Once chicken is cooked, slice into strips and assemble in pita pockets with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and herb ranch slaw.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute grilled chicken for baked to add a smoky flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace ranch dressing with a dairy-free alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita pocket
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg