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Colorful plate featuring golden-brown sheet pan chicken nestled inside soft pita bread, topped with vibrant green herb ranch slaw, with fresh herbs and creamy dressing visible, styled with a rustic wooden background.

Fresh Herb Chicken Pitas with Crunchy Ranch Slaw

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Tender, flavorful sheet pan chicken served in pita pockets with crunchy, herb-infused ranch slaw for a fresh and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 whole pita bread pockets
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, dill)
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage and carrots
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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 roast for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Meanwhile, prepare the ranch slaw by mixing shredded cabbage, carrots, herbs, and ranch dressing in a bowl.
  4. Once chicken is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Warm pita bread slightly and stuff with sliced chicken, herb ranch slaw, and shredded lettuce.
  6. Serve immediately for a fresh, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for variety.
  • Adjust herbs and dressing amount to taste for personalized flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Bake, assemble
  • Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
  • Diet: Gluten-Free option available with gluten-free pita

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita pocket
  • Calories: 430 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg