Description
Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken delivers a quick weeknight dinner solution that solves your meal planning stress. Tender chicken roasts with tangy balsamic glaze alongside crispy vegetables, creating a delicious one-pan wonder your family will request again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lb (454 g) broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
Supporting Ingredients:
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasoning and Dressing:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C), positioning your rack in the center for even cooking.
- Create a zesty marinade by whisking ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Tumble 1.5 lbs of chicken thigh pieces and all chopped vegetables into the marinade, swirling everything to ensure each morsel gets thoroughly coated.
- Transfer the seasoned mixture onto a generously sized sheet pan, arranging ingredients in a single, uncrowded layer so each piece can caramelize perfectly.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and roast for 22-25 minutes, checking that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables develop golden, slightly crisp edges.
- Remove the pan, letting the dish rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, then serve this vibrant, aromatic meal directly from the sheet pan.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking to boost the balsamic flavor and tenderize the meat.
- Choose vegetables that roast well, like bell peppers, zucchini, and red onions, which caramelize beautifully in the oven.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to catch juices and prevent any messy oven spills during roasting.
- For a low-carb option, swap starchy vegetables with more leafy greens or low-carb alternatives like cauliflower or Brussels sprouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Sheet-Pan
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg