Crispy Herbed Chicken Caesar Pitas (Printable Version)

Golden crispy herbed chicken cutlets nestled in warm pita pockets with fresh Caesar salad and Parmesan.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the 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

→ For the 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)

→ For Assembly

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

# Directions:

01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets, resulting in four total pieces for even cooking.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls: place flour in the first, whisk eggs with milk in the second, and combine panko, grated Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in the third.
03 - Dredge each cutlet in flour, shake off excess, dip into egg mixture, then press firmly into panko mixture to coat evenly on all sides.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add breaded cutlets and cook for 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 warm oven for 1 to 2 minutes until soft and pliable, making them easier to fill.
06 - Combine chopped romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes if using. Toss until evenly coated.
07 - Cut cooked chicken cutlets into strips approximately 1 inch wide for easy fitting inside pita pockets.
08 - Cut each warmed pita in half to form pockets. Fill each pocket with Caesar salad mixture, then top with chicken strips.
09 - Serve immediately while chicken remains crispy, accompanied by lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy chicken stays crunchy even wrapped inside the pita, which feels like a small kitchen miracle
  • Everything cooks in one skillet and comes together in under 40 minutes on busy weeknights
  • You get that restaurant quality Caesar experience without spending a fortune or leaving your house
02 -
  • Don't skip the flour step or your breading will slide right off in the pan
  • Let the chicken rest for a couple minutes after cooking so the crust stays crisp
  • Warm the pitas or they'll crack and tear when you try to stuff them
03 -
  • Season every single layer of the breading process, not just the final panko mixture
  • The chicken is done when it feels firm and springs back when you touch it
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