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Chicken Pitas with Herbed Slaw

A quick, flavorful, and satisfying dish that combines marinated chicken with a fresh herbed slaw, all stuffed into warm pita pockets.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingrédients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Herbed Slaw

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (green, purple, or mixed)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

To Assemble

  • 4 pieces pita pockets
  • Optional: sliced cucumber, tomato, or avocado

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by gathering all your ingredients together. Wash and chop the parsley, cilantro, and any optional toppings like cucumber or tomato. Shred the cabbage and carrots if not pre-prepared.

Make the Marinade

  • In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until well incorporated.

Marinate the Chicken

  • Coat each chicken breast evenly with the marinade and allow it to marinate for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Prepare the Herbed Slaw

  • In a large bowl, mix the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped parsley, and chopped cilantro.

Make the Dressing

  • In another bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Combine the Slaw and Dressing

  • Pour the yogurt dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until all vegetables are coated. Set aside.

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook each side for 6 to 7 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Rest and Slice the Chicken

  • Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Warm the Pita Pockets

  • In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the pita pockets for 1 to 2 minutes until soft.

Assemble the Pitas

  • Stuff each warm pita pocket with sliced chicken and herby ranch slaw. Add optional toppings like cucumber, tomato, or avocado.

Notes

Store leftover components separately for best freshness. Chicken lasts up to 3 days in the fridge, while slaw is best enjoyed within 2 days.
Keyword Chicken Pitas, Easy Recipe, Healthy Meal, Herbed Slaw, quick dinner