Garlic Ranch Chicken Pita Sandwich (Print Version)
Grilled chicken pairs with tangy ranch and crisp veggies in pita for a fresh, handheld main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garlic Ranch Sauce
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
09 - 1/4 cup sour cream
10 - 2 tablespoons buttermilk or milk
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
14 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
15 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
16 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Sandwich Assembly
17 - 4 pita breads
18 - 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
19 - 1 cup sliced cucumber
20 - 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
21 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.
03 - Combine chicken cutlets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss to evenly coat.
04 - Grill chicken cutlets for 4–5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Remove, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, minced garlic, dill, parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper until smooth.
06 - Heat pita breads briefly in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable.
07 - Spread a generous spoonful of garlic ranch sauce inside each pita. Layer with romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with additional sauce as desired.
08 - Serve sandwiches immediately while warm.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to prepare and easy to assemble
- Packed with fresh flavors and creamy sauce
02 -
- This recipe contains dairy, egg, and wheat
- Double-check ingredient labels for potential allergens, especially in bread and sauces
03 -
- Marinate the chicken in spices for 30 minutes for extra flavor
- Swap Greek yogurt for a lighter ranch sauce