Crispy Herbed Chicken Caesar Pitas (Print View)

Golden herbed chicken cutlets with Caesar salad tucked into warm pita pockets. A satisfying, easy-to-make main dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets for a total of 4 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 - Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into the panko mixture until thoroughly coated.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
05 - Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or oven for 1 to 2 minutes until soft and flexible.
06 - Toss romaine, Caesar dressing, and shaved Parmesan in a bowl. Add cherry tomatoes if using.
07 - Slice the crispy chicken into strips.
08 - Cut each pita in half to form pockets. Fill each pocket with Caesar salad, then add chicken strips.
09 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The crispy herbed crust stays crunchy even tucked inside the pita
  • Everything cooks in one skillet while the salad comes together in minutes
  • These are portable enough for dinner on the couch but impressive enough for guests
02 -
  • Don't rush the breading process or the coating won't stick properly during frying
  • Let the chicken rest for a minute after cooking so it stays juicy when sliced
  • Warm pitas are essential or they'll crack when you try to fill them
03 -
  • Use a meat mallet to pound the cutlets to even thickness for consistent cooking
  • Check Caesar dressing ingredients if you're avoiding fish or soy allergens
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