Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Zucchini
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring roasted chicken and zucchini, infused with Mediterranean herbs and spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the ingredients: Slice the zucchinis, halve the cherry tomatoes, and cut the red onion into wedges.
- Mix the marinade: Whisk together olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Coat the chicken and vegetables: Place chicken on the sheet pan, add zucchinis, tomatoes, onions, and drizzle with marinade.
- Arrange for roasting: Spread the chicken and vegetables in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and enjoy.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken and veggies in advance and refrigerate. Customize with different vegetables or spices as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chicken, roasted zucchini, sheet pan dinner