Crispy Herbed Chicken Caesar Pitas (Printable)

Golden-crusted herbed chicken with fresh Caesar salad tucked into warm pita pockets. A satisfying twist on a classic favorite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Herbed Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 2 tablespoons milk
13 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

→ Caesar Salad

14 - 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
15 - 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
16 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
17 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)

→ Assembly

18 - 4 large pita breads
19 - Lemon wedges (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets, yielding 4 total cutlets.
02 - Place flour in one shallow bowl. In a second bowl, whisk eggs with milk. In a third bowl, combine panko, grated Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into panko mixture until thoroughly coated on all sides.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add coated chicken cutlets and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate.
05 - Heat pita breads in a dry skillet or oven for 1 to 2 minutes until soft and pliable.
06 - Combine romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, and shaved Parmesan in a mixing bowl. Add halved cherry tomatoes if desired. Toss gently to coat.
07 - Cut crispy chicken cutlets into strips approximately 1/2 inch wide.
08 - Cut each warmed pita bread in half to form pockets. Distribute Caesar salad evenly among pockets, then add chicken strips.
09 - Plate filled pitas and serve with lemon wedges on the side if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy herbed crust stays crunchy even tucked inside warm pita pockets
  • Everything cooks in one skillet while the salad comes together in minutes
  • Portable enough for lunch but impressive enough for company
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd your skillet or the chicken will steam instead of crisp cook in batches if needed
  • Let the chicken rest for a couple minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute before slicing
  • Pat the cutlets completely dry before breading or the coating wont stick properly
03 -
  • Double the breading mixture and store half in the freezer for your next crispy chicken craving
  • Use a splatter screen when cooking the chicken to keep your stovetop clean
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