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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy chicken, roasted veggies, and a fresh herby ranch dressing served in warm pita pockets. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 soft pita pockets, fresh or lightly toasted
  • For the Herby Ranch Dressing:
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the chicken. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Slice bell peppers and red onion; add to the bowl with chicken and toss gently.
  5. Spread chicken and veggies in a single layer on a sheet pan, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temperature and edges are crispy. Stir halfway through cooking.
  7. While chicken roasts, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, parsley, dill, chives, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the herby ranch dressing.
  8. In the last 5 minutes of roasting, wrap pita pockets in foil and warm in the oven.
  9. Assemble pitas by stuffing warm pita pockets with chicken and veggies, then drizzle with herby ranch dressing.
  10. Add optional toppings if desired.
  11. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure chicken crisps properly. Pat chicken dry before seasoning to remove moisture. Use high heat (425°F) for best crispiness. Stir halfway through roasting for even cooking. Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end if more crispness is desired. Store leftovers separately and reheat in oven to maintain texture. Fresh herbs in the ranch dressing brighten the flavor. For dairy-free ranch, substitute yogurt and mayo with vegan alternatives.

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