Ingredients
For the Chicken:
– 1.5 lbs chicken breast, sliced into cutlets
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 lemon, zested and juiced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1 tsp dried thyme
– 1 tsp paprika
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Vegetables:
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 zucchini, sliced
– 1 red onion, cut into wedges
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnish:
– Fresh parsley
– Extra lemon slices
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Chicken
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Add chicken cutlets and toss well to coat. Marinate for 10 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
Step 2: Prep the Veggies
4. On a large sheet pan, add broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion.
5. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Step 3: Assemble & Bake
6. Place marinated chicken on top of the vegetables.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
8. For more browning, broil the last 2 minutes.
Step 4: Serve
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
10. Serve immediately or portion into meal prep containers for the week.
Notes
Meal Prep Tips:
– Store cooked chicken and vegetables in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
– Reheat in the microwave or air fryer for best texture.
Substitutions:
– Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs (increase cook time by 5 minutes).
– Replace veggies with carrots, green beans, or Brussels sprouts.
– Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
Make It Dairy Free & Gluten Free:
– This recipe is naturally dairy-free and gluten-free as written.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sheet Pan / Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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