Crispy Herbed Chicken Caesar Pitas (Print Version)

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

# What You Need:

→ For the Herbed Chicken

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→ For the Caesar Salad

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# How-To Steps:

01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner cutlets, totaling 4 pieces.
02 - Place flour in one shallow bowl. Whisk eggs with milk in a second bowl. Combine panko, grated Parmesan, parsley, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
03 - Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press firmly into the panko mixture until completely coated on all sides.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain.
05 - Heat pita breads in a dry skillet or warm oven for 1-2 minutes until soft and pliable.
06 - Combine romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
07 - Cut the cooked chicken into strips approximately 1 inch wide.
08 - Cut each pita in half to form pockets. Fill each pocket with Caesar salad mixture, then top with chicken strips.
09 - Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Hints:

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  • The combination of warm, crispy chicken and cool, creamy Caesar salad creates this perfect temperature contrast that makes every bite exciting
  • Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, but it tastes like something you would order at a restaurant and talk about for days afterward
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  • Do not overcrowd your pan when cooking the chicken, because the pieces will steam instead of getting that gorgeous crispy crust we are all here for
  • Let your cooked chicken rest for a couple of minutes before slicing it into strips, or the juices will run out all over your cutting board instead of staying inside the meat where they belong
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  • Double the breading mixture and freeze the extra coated chicken cutlets raw on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a bag for future meals
  • Add a layer of fresh arugula or spinach under the Caesar mix for some extra nutrients and a peppery bite
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