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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch


  • Author: lilie
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Balanced Diet

Description

A convenient and flavorful meal featuring roasted chicken and veggies served in pita bread with a creamy herby ranch dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 4 whole wheat pita breads
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh or dried herbs (dill, oregano)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and chop the bell peppers and red onion.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken and chopped veggies with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and herbs until well-coated.
  4. Spread the chicken and veggies in a single layer on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
  6. While roasting, combine Greek yogurt, chopped herbs, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl; whisk until smooth.
  7. Remove chicken and veggies from the oven, cool slightly, then spoon into pita pockets and drizzle with Herby Ranch dressing.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For healthier alternatives, try quinoa instead of pita for a gluten-free version or use cauliflower rice.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pita
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: sheet pan, chicken, pitas, herby ranch, easy dinner, healthy meal, one pan recipe