Yield: 4 servings Category: Chicken Recipes Cuisine: American Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tbsp brown sugar
1½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp olive oil
½ lemon, sliced
½ cup plain yogurt (or non-dairy alternative)
¼ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh chives, minced
Juice from ½ lemon
2 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
Kosher salt to taste
½ small head green cabbage, shredded
2 to 3 pitas, warmed
1 ripe avocado, cubed
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 425ºF. In a large bowl, toss chicken with brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and olive oil. Add lemon slices and mix again.
Spread chicken and lemons on a sheet pan in a single layer. Roast for 15 minutes, then toss. Return to oven for an additional 4 to 7 minutes until caramelized and cooked through.
In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, dill, parsley, chives, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Fold in shredded cabbage and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
Warm the pitas in a skillet or oven. Fill each pita with slaw, roasted chicken, and avocado cubes. Serve warm.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or substitute yogurt with a dairy-free alternative as needed. Fresh herbs are preferable but dried can work in a pinch.