Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with these Sheet Pan Chicken Pitas topped with creamy tzatziki. Tender chicken marinated in zesty spices, paired with fresh vegetables and wrapped in warm pita, creates a delightful meal perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this dish is sure to impress with its explosion of flavors and colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 soft pita breads
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber (for tzatziki), grated and drained
- Fresh dill (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts well; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop bell peppers and onion; toss with olive oil and salt.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place marinated chicken in the center and surround it with vegetables.
- Roast for about 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and veggies are tender.
- For tzatziki, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic powder, lemon juice, dill (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble pitas: fill each pita with roasted chicken and veggies; top with tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg