Description
A wholesome sheet pan meal featuring juicy balsamic chicken chunks paired with a colorful medley of roasted vegetables. This quick and balanced Mediterranean-inspired dish is bursting with tangy and savory flavors, perfect for an easy dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, cut into chunks
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion, sliced
Marinade & Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to allow it to fully heat while you prepare the ingredients.
- Toss chicken and vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken chunks, sliced bell pepper, chopped zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then spread the marinated chicken and vegetables out in a single layer to ensure even roasting.
- Roast in the oven: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Serve and garnish: Optionally, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving to enhance the flavors. Enjoy hot as a balanced, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top before serving for an extra layer of flavor.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prep lunches and keeps well for several days when refrigerated.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Feel free to switch up vegetables based on seasonality or preference.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Sheet Pan
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
