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Close-up of freshly assembled Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas on a moody wooden surface, showcasing crispy cabbage, red onions, carrots, and perfectly seared chicken.

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas: Fresh, Easy, and Delicious

These Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas feature savory, spice-roasted chicken, a crisp vegetable slaw, and creamy white herb ranch dressing inside warm flatbreads. A highly photogenic, delicious, and easy weeknight dinner ready in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 480
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

All Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Pounded to an even thickness. (680g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (3g)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder (3g)
  • 0.5 tsp salt (3g)
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper (1g)
  • 4 whole pita flatbreads Warmed for serving.
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage (140g)
  • 0.5 cup shredded carrots (55g)
  • 0.25 cup thinly sliced red onion (40g)
  • 0.5 cup julienned cucumber (70g)
  • 0.5 cup creamy white herb ranch dressing (120ml)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill Chopped. (3g)
  • 0.5 tsp paprika For dusting. (1g)

Equipment

  • 1 Large Rimmed Baking Sheet Essential for roasting the chicken evenly.
  • 1 Medium mixing bowl Used to prepare the vibrant coleslaw mix.

Method
 

Cooking and Assembly
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Place the chicken breasts on the pan, drizzle with olive oil, and rub thoroughly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil for the final 2 minutes to achieve a golden-brown, slightly blistered crust.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, red onion, and julienned cucumber. Toss lightly to mix.
  4. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Use a sharp knife to slice the chicken into thin strips.
  5. Warm the pita breads slightly. Generously fill each pita with the vibrant coleslaw mix, followed by the warm, sliced chicken.
  6. Drizzle the creamy white herb ranch dressing over the top. Sprinkle immediately with fresh chopped dill and a light dusting of paprika. Serve warm.

Notes

Let the Chicken Rest: Always rest your sheet pan chicken for 5 minutes before slicing. This keeps the juices inside the meat.
Warm Your Pitas: Cold pita bread will crack when you try to fold or stuff it. Wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 15 seconds.