Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Zucchini (Printable)
Tender chicken, zucchini, olives and feta roasted with lemon and oregano on a sheet pan for an easy Mediterranean meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Marinade & Seasonings
06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - Juice and zest of 1 lemon
09 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
14 - 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
15 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add chicken breasts to the marinade and toss until fully coated. Allow to marinate while preparing vegetables, about 10 minutes.
04 - Arrange zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and cherry tomatoes evenly on the sheet pan. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss gently for even seasoning.
05 - Nestle marinated chicken breasts among the vegetables and pour any remaining marinade over all ingredients.
06 - Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender and golden.
07 - Remove sheet pan from oven. Scatter Kalamata olives and crumbled feta over the top. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
08 - Serve immediately, spooning pan juices over chicken and vegetables as desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your whole kitchen will fill with the most irresistible roasted garlic-lemon aroma—like a little bistro at home.
- Cleanup is practically nonexistent, and somehow everyone eats all their veggies without complaint.
02 -
- One time I rushed chopping the veggies and ended up with uneven cooking—always try for similar sizes, especially the zucchini and onions.
- Leaving the chicken to marinate for even just 15 minutes gives surprisingly better flavor and tenderness.
03 -
- Crowding the pan means everything steams not roasts—use a second pan if needed for extra crispy veggies.
- Always taste your marinade before adding the chicken; a little more lemon or salt can make all the difference.