Healthy Easy Sheet Pan Chicken (Printable)

Juicy chicken paired with fresh spring vegetables for a quick, wholesome dinner.

# 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

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 - 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
16 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

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

# Step-by-Step:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pan simplicity means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
  • Packed with fresh spring vegetables for a nutritious, balanced meal
  • Gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for various dietary needs
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • The lemon-herb marinade infuses both chicken and veggies with bright, savory flavor
  • Easily customizable with your favorite seasonal produce
02 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches exactly 165°F (74°C) for food safety
  • Double-check Dijon mustard and other packaged ingredients for allergens if needed
  • For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes to 2 hours before cooking
  • Rotate the pan halfway through cooking for more even browning
  • Save any leftover marinade before it touches raw chicken to drizzle over the finished dish
  • If vegetables start to brown too quickly, tent the pan loosely with foil
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