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Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken & Zucchini – Easy & Healthy


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

One-pan Mediterranean dinner with juicy chicken thighs, tender zucchini, and aromatic herbs. Ready in under an hour with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
  • 3 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. 2. Whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. 3. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with additional salt and pepper.
  4. 4. Toss chicken in herb mixture and let marinate while preparing vegetables.
  5. 5. Cut zucchini into 1/2-inch half-moons and onion into thick wedges.
  6. 6. Toss vegetables in remaining herb mixture until well coated.
  7. 7. Arrange chicken on half of the sheet pan, leaving space between pieces.
  8. 8. Spread vegetables around chicken in a single layer.
  9. 9. Scatter cherry tomatoes and olives over vegetables.
  10. 10. Roast 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  11. 11. Remove from oven and sprinkle with feta cheese.
  12. 12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat in 350°F oven for best results.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 28g