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Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas

Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas: Quick, Flavor-Packed Dinner Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas, a healthy and hearty weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs juicy source of protein
  • 2 tbsp olive oil adds flavor
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste provides depth and moisture
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt tenderizes and adds tanginess
  • 1 tsp salt essential seasoning
  • 1 tsp black pepper essential seasoning
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin infuses warmth
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander delivers brightness
  • 1 tbsp paprika introduces color
  • 1 tsp onion powder enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp garlic powder enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp turmeric adds color
  • 1 tbsp sugar balances spice flavors
For the Salad
  • 1 medium red onion offers sweetness
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley brings freshness
  • 2 cup baby cucumbers adds crunch
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes infuses sweetness
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic key flavor player
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise contributes creaminess
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice brightens flavors
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces pitas the vessel for the dish

Equipment

  • oven
  • sheet pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Marinate the chicken thighs with olive oil, tomato paste, yogurt, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Spread the marinated chicken on a greased sheet pan in a single layer and roast for 30-45 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Prepare the salad by combining diced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, sliced onion, and parsley. Drizzle with olive oil, season and toss.
  4. Make the garlic yogurt sauce by whisking together yogurt, mayonnaise, grated garlic, and lemon juice. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
  5. Warm pitas in foil in the oven for 5-10 minutes until soft.
  6. Assemble by spreading garlic yogurt sauce inside warm pitas, filling with chicken and salad, and adding more sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate for flavor, and aim for a drizzleable sauce consistency. Store leftovers separately for freshness.

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