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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch

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A fast and flavorful dinner featuring roasted, spiced chicken and sweet peppers stuffed into warm pita pockets, topped with a bright herby ranch.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
  • 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
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 pitas (pocket or flatbread style)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • Optional toppings: feta cheese, pickled onions, cucumber, hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Position a rack in the middle.
  2. Toss the chicken strips, sliced peppers, and onion in a large bowl with the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes if using, and salt and pepper.
  3. Spread the chicken and vegetables in a single layer on a large sheet pan.
  4. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until the chicken reaches 165°F and the veggies are tender.
  5. Whisk the herby ranch ingredients together: mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, milk, parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.
  6. Chill the ranch in the fridge until ready to serve.
  7. Warm the pitas if you like them soft and pliable.
  8. Fill each pita with shredded lettuce, tomato, the roasted chicken and veggies, and any optional toppings.
  9. Drizzle generously with the herby ranch and serve immediately.

Notes

Great as a make-ahead option; assemble fresh to avoid soggy bread. Use pre-cut veggies for faster prep.

Nutrition

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