Quick way to grow 5 Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas
This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare delicious chicken pitas using a single sheet pan, minimizing cleanup. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or meal prepping.
Equipment
- large baking sheet
- parchment paper
- large bowl
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 5 pita breads
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
For Serving (Optional)
- Tzatziki sauce
- sliced cucumber
- cherry tomatoes, halved
- fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut chicken into 1-inch strips and combine with bell peppers, red onion, olive oil, oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, mixing well.
Cooking
- Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
Assembly
- Warm pita breads according to package instructions, then fill each with the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Serve immediately with optional Tzatziki sauce, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken and vegetables for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before baking. This recipe is also great for meal prepping; simply store the cooked chicken and vegetables separately from the pitas and assemble when ready to eat.