Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Herby Ranch Recipe
A quick and delicious sheet pan recipe featuring juicy roasted chicken breasts and mixed vegetables, served inside warm pitas with a creamy herby ranch yogurt dressing. Perfect for a wholesome, easy weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, onions, zucchini)
Herby Ranch Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- Fresh herbs (parsley, dill), to taste
To Serve
- 4 pieces pita bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the chicken and vegetables.
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika ensuring each piece is well coated for flavor and color.
- Arrange on a sheet pan: Spread the seasoned chicken breasts and mixed vegetables in a single, even layer on a sheet pan to ensure even roasting.
- Bake the chicken and vegetables: Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Prepare the herby ranch dressing: While the chicken roasts, combine Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning mix, and fresh herbs in a bowl, mixing well to create a smooth and flavorful dressing.
- Warm the pitas: Place the pita breads in the oven during the last 5 minutes of cooking to warm them gently without drying out.
- Slice and assemble: Let the chicken rest 3-5 minutes after roasting, then slice it thinly. Fill each warm pita with sliced chicken, roasted vegetables, and drizzle generously with herby ranch dressing before serving.
Notes
- Allow chicken to rest 3 to 5 minutes post roasting to keep it juicy.
- For extra flavor, drizzle honey or a splash of barbecue sauce over vegetables before roasting.
- If pitas become soggy, lightly toast them before stuffing to maintain texture.
Keywords: sheet pan chicken, chicken pitas, roasted vegetables, herby ranch, easy dinner, one pan meal