Description
This Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies recipe is your new weeknight hero. Juicy chicken, tender-crisp vegetables, and a savory marinade come together on a single baking sheet for a stress-free, flavor-packed meal that’s as simple to clean up as it is to prepare.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 cups broccoli florets
1 bell pepper, chopped into large pieces
1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400F (200C).
2. Arrange the chicken chunks, broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini on a large baking sheet with edges.
3. Pour the olive oil over the ingredients and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss everything gently to ensure it is all coated evenly.
4. Spread the mixture into a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked to 165F and the vegetables are tender.
Notes
Don’t Crowd the Pan: This is the most important rule for successful sheet pan meals. Overcrowding leads to steaming instead of roasting, resulting in soggy vegetables and unevenly cooked chicken. Use a large baking sheet or even two if necessary, ensuring everything has space to crisp up.
Cut Uniformly: Try to cut your chicken and vegetables into roughly similar-sized pieces. This helps them cook at the same rate, so nothing is overcooked or undercooked.
Check for Doneness: Chicken is safely cooked when its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Vegetables should be tender when pierced with a fork, with some lovely caramelization around the edges.
Oven Variability: Ovens can vary, so keep an eye on your sheet pan during the last 10 minutes of cooking. You might need to adjust the time slightly depending on how your oven performs.
Marinating Time: While this recipe is designed for minimal marinating, letting the chicken and vegetables sit in the marinade for at least 15–30 minutes before roasting will deepen the flavors even more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American