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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch


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  • Author: melon-claire
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and herby ranch sauce wrapped in warm pita bread, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp milk (to thin)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (or green onion)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (for the ranch)
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
  • 4 pitas (pocket or flatbread style)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or greens
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • Optional toppings: feta cheese, pickled onions, cucumber, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Combine the chicken strips, sliced peppers, and red onion on a large sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
  3. Spread the mixture in a single layer on the sheet pan. Roast for approximately 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. While roasting, prepare the herby ranch by combining mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, milk, parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and creamy, then chill.
  5. If warm pitas are desired, add them to the oven for the last 5 minutes of roasting.
  6. Assemble the pitas by layering lettuce, roasted chicken and veggies, sliced tomatoes, and any optional toppings.
  7. Drizzle the herby ranch sauce over the assembled pitas and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. Feel free to swap out veggies based on availability. Serve with fresh fruit salad or Greek salad for balance.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg