Crispy Herbed Chicken Caesar Pitas (Printable)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Herbed Chicken

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# How to Make It:

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, shaking 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 cooked through to an internal temperature of 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 for easy filling.
06 - Combine chopped romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, shaved Parmesan, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
07 - Cut cooled chicken cutlets into 1-inch strips for easy assembly into pitas.
08 - Cut each warmed pita in half to form pockets. Fill each pocket with Caesar salad mixture, top with chicken strips, and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

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  • The crispy herbed exterior gives way to impossibly tender chicken inside
  • Everything tucks neatly into warm pita pockets for hand-held satisfaction
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  • Letting breaded chicken rest for a few minutes before frying helps the coating stay put
  • Warm pitas fold without cracking, while cold pitas tend to split at the seam
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  • Press the panko coating onto the chicken firmly for the best adhesion
  • Let fried chicken drain on paper towels to maintain maximum crunch
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