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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch

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A quick and flavorful meal featuring savory chicken, vibrant veggies, and a creamy herby sauce wrapped in soft pita bread.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or green onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 pieces pitas
  • Shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1–2 slices tomato
  • Optional toppings: crumbled feta, pickled onions, cucumber, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Combine the chicken strips, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Chop the bell peppers and red onion while the chicken marinates.
  4. Spread the seasoned chicken on one side of a parchment-lined baking sheet and toss the veggies on the other side.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and the veggies are caramelized.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), milk, parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the ranch dressing.
  7. Warm the pitas in the microwave for about 30 seconds or on a skillet.
  8. Assemble by layering lettuce, tomato, roasted chicken, and veggies in pitas, finishing with ranch and toppings.
  9. Enjoy! Serve with extra ranch on the side for dipping.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or toppings. The ranch can be made ahead of time for added flavor.

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Keywords: chicken, pitas, ranch, quick meal, sheet pan, colorful veggies

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