Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken & Roasted Vegetables
A one-pan, no-fuss Mediterranean dinner with juicy lemon-herb chicken, caramelized vegetables, olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
Prep time: 12 minutes
Cook time: 25–30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings:2
Ingredients
For the Chicken
2 chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp lemon zest
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Vegetables
1 cup bell peppers, sliced
1 cup zucchini, thick slices
½ cup cherry tomatoes
1 small red onion, wedges
1 small potato, thinly sliced or cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
½ tsp dried oregano
Optional Toppings
Crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley
A drizzle of lemon juice
Green olives
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sheet Pan
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Line a baking tray with parchment or foil for easy cleanup.
2. Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix:
olive oil
lemon juice + zest
Italian seasoning
garlic powder
paprika
salt and pepper
Coat the chicken thoroughly and set aside for 10 minutes.
3. Prepare the Vegetables
In a separate bowl, toss all vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Spread them on half of the sheet pan.
4. Add Chicken to the Pan
Place the marinated chicken on the other half of the pan.
5. Bake
Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping vegetables halfway.
Chicken should reach 73°C (165°F) internal temp.
6. Finish
Squeeze a little lemon juice over everything.
Top with feta and parsley.
Serve With
Warm pita
Hummus
Tzatziki
Quinoa, couscous, or herbed rice
Recipe Notes & Tips
Cut vegetables into similar sizes so they roast evenly.
Add olives and artichokes for extra Mediterranean flavor.
If using chicken thighs, add 5 extra minutes of roasting.
Add a spoon of pesto on top after baking for a flavor boost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I add more vegetables?
Yes! Broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, or eggplant all work.
Q: Can I use frozen vegetables?
Use fresh for best roasting, but frozen works — they’ll be softer.
Q: Meal prep friendly?
Absolutely — lasts 3 days in the fridge.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380–450
Protein: 32–38g
Carbs: 22–26g
Fat: 18–20g
Fiber: 4–6g