Garlic Ranch Chicken Pita Sandwich (Printable)

Grilled chicken with garlic ranch sauce, tucked in pita bread and topped with fresh veggies for a flavorful bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 pounds)
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 ground 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

# Method:

01 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.
03 - In a bowl, toss chicken cutlets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Grill chicken cutlets for 4 to 5 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
05 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, minced garlic, dill, parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, and salt and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - Heat pita breads 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, and red onion. Add sliced grilled chicken and drizzle with additional sauce as desired.
08 - Serve sandwiches immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy preparation and approachable ingredients make it perfect for busy weeknights
  • The garlic ranch sauce adds restaurant-level flavor you can create at home
  • Grilled chicken stays juicy and balances the creamy dressing
  • Customizable with your favorite fresh veggies
02 -
  • Packed with satisfying protein for lasting energy
  • Great way to use up garden vegetables during peak season
  • A hit with kids and adults because of its creamy, familiar flavors
  • High in flavor but surprisingly light when made with yogurt substitutions
03 -
  • Do not skip letting the chicken rest after grilling or you will lose all the juiciness.
  • Slice vegetables as thin as possible so they fold easily into the pita pocket.
  • If you are grilling outside use a little foil over the grates for easy cleanup.

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