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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas with Creamy Garlic Sauce Delight

These Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas offer a delightful Mediterranean experience with crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs skinless for healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can replace with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste sundried tomato paste for richer flavor
  • 1/2 cup yogurt dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin opt for fresh spices for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional for low-sugar option
For the Salad
  • 1 medium red onion can be replaced with white onion
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup mayo plant-based for dairy-free
  • 2 cloves garlic adjust based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice lime can be used as a substitute
For the Wrap
  • 4 pitas gluten-free option available

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Sheet Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium Bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, tomato paste, yogurt, salt, pepper, and spices. Mix until evenly coated and let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Spread the marinated chicken and red onion on a sheet pan and roast for 30 to 45 minutes until cooked through and golden.
  4. Prepare the cucumber tomato salad by mixing together cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and add lemon juice.
  5. In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mayo, garlic, and lemon juice to make the garlic yogurt sauce. Mix until smooth.
  6. Warm the pitas wrapped in aluminum foil in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. Assemble the pitas by spreading the garlic yogurt sauce inside, adding roasted chicken and salad, then drizzling more sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store components separately in airtight containers to maintain freshness. Assemble pitas just before serving.

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