Description
Discover the delicious and healthy Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Zucchini recipe, combining tender chicken with fresh vegetables seasoned with aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy and nutritious dish requires minimal cleanup and bursts with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Make your dinner both wholesome and flavorful with this simple, oven-roasted meal that can be customized with your favorite herbs and toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
- Optional: crumbled feta cheese or olives for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix the dried herbs, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and half of the spice mixture. Toss the zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with remaining olive oil and spice mixture.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the center of the sheet pan. Arrange the zucchini slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion around the chicken. Add minced garlic on top of the vegetables for extra flavor.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Optionally, broil for 2-3 minutes to char the vegetables slightly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot, topped with feta or olives if desired, with crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken for quicker cooking and less fat.
- Adjust spices by adding chili flakes or lemon zest for variation.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for crispy edges, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or eggplant for diversity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg