Healthy Easy Sheet Pan Chicken (Printer view)

Juicy chicken with fresh spring vegetables roasted together for a wholesome weeknight meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
05 - 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
06 - 1 small red onion, sliced into wedges
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

→ Marinade and Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 teaspoon honey
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
15 - ½ teaspoon salt
16 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
18 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease with cooking spray.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
03 - Arrange chicken breasts on the prepared sheet pan. Brush both sides of each chicken breast with half of the prepared marinade.
04 - In a large bowl, toss all vegetables with the remaining marinade until evenly coated.
05 - Scatter the coated vegetables around the chicken breasts on the sheet pan in a single layer, ensuring even distribution.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.
07 - Remove from oven. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
08 - Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Minimal prep and cleanup with everything cooked on one sheet pan.
  • Bright, fresh flavors from a lemon-garlic marinade that complements spring vegetables perfectly.
  • Adaptable to your preferred veggies and protein choices while staying gluten-free and low-carb.
  • Quick cooking time ideal for nutritious weeknight dinners.
02 -
  • Use parchment paper to keep the sheet pan clean and simplify cleanup.
  • Trim and slice all vegetables evenly for uniform roasting.
  • Reserve half the marinade to brush the chicken before roasting; toss vegetables in the rest to ensure full flavor.
  • Let the chicken rest after cooking to lock in juices for a moist texture.
  • Check the chicken with a meat thermometer to guarantee it is cooked through without overcooking.
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