Description
Greek sheet pan chicken celebrates Mediterranean flavors with minimal effort and maximum taste. Herbed chicken, roasted vegetables, and zesty lemon create a simple yet elegant dinner you can easily prepare for family or friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cups (120 ml) olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lemon (juiced, approx. 3 tbsps or 45 ml)
- 1 red onion
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups (75 g) kalamata olives
- 0.25 cups (40 g) feta cheese
- 2 tbsps finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tsps dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsps freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Ignite the oven to a blazing 425°F (220°C), setting the stage for a Mediterranean culinary adventure.
- Marinade Creation: Craft a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, mustard, salt, and pepper. Immerse chicken thighs in two-thirds of this liquid gold, allowing flavors to intensify for 10-15 minutes.
- Vegetable Composition: Drench zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes in the remaining marinade. Artfully distribute across a sheet pan, creating a vibrant landscape of ingredients ready for roasting.
- Roasting Performance: Arrange marinated chicken among the vegetables, ensuring each morsel has breathing room. Slide the pan into the scorching oven, roasting for 40-45 minutes to achieve a golden-brown exterior and caramelized vegetable perfection.
- Final Flourish: Sprinkle olives and crumble feta cheese over the dish during the last cooking phase. Allow the cheese to melt and ingredients to harmonize, creating a symphony of Mediterranean flavors.
- Serving Presentation: Extract the pan from the oven and let it rest momentarily. Crown the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley, adding a burst of color and herbaceous freshness to this rustic feast.
Notes
- Marinate Wisely: Reserve some marinade for vegetables to prevent cross-contamination and ensure maximum flavor infusion.
- Pan Spacing Matters: Leave enough room between chicken and vegetables for proper caramelization and even roasting.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Add feta in the last 10-15 minutes to prevent burning and maintain creamy texture.
- Herb Freshness Tip: Sprinkle parsley just before serving to preserve its vibrant color and fresh, aromatic qualities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg