Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies

Name: Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 cup zucchini coins (about 1 large zucchini); 1 cup chopped asparagus; 1 cup quartered baby potatoes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into large cubes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

August 4, 2019

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This easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies is a simple weeknight meal that’s delicious and customizable, all cooked 20 minutes.

Gluten Free, Grain Free, Egg Free, Soy Free, Nut Free

As an entrepreneur and solo business owner, I thought I needed quick meals that save me time (hence my love for 20 minute, 5 ingredient meals).

While quick meals are great, I didn’t realize just how great until I became a new mom.

Over the past 8 weeks on “maternity leave” I’ve tried to ease back into some of my old routine. And that includes food prep and making dinner for my family.

My husband and I may not eat dinner at the same time most nights (ok, any night unless we’re with grandparents who want to hold Lex!), but I want us to eat well. I’m breastfeeding and want Lex to be nourished with quality food- not a bunch of takeout!

Since my babe loves to be held lots and is still feeding around the clock, I have just a few minutes to prep dinner in between naps (for Lex and myself!), feedings, keeping a somewhat clean apartment, and getting some work done (no, not all of the above everyday!).

That’s where an all-in-one sheet pan meal comes into play.

If you’re not a new mom, but a busy working professional, dealing with back to school season, or just want to simplify dinner, this recipe is for you!

This Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies is…

Easy (like the recipe title includes)
Made with just a handful of ingredients
Balanced all on 1 sheet pan
Packed with protein
Full of veggies
Made in less than 30 minutes
Gut friendly

The best way to cook delicious and juicy chicken breast

I just started eating meat last summer (you can read more about that here), so I haven’t been cooking chicken all that long, but this is my favorite way to make it super quick. The more spices you add, the better!

I’ve made a lot of sheet pan meals so I don’t have to beat a dead horse about how amazing they are for busy people, but instead let’s talk about some of the details…

Tools For the Perfect Sheet Pan Dinner

Sheet pan dinners start with the SHEET PAN! I prefer a large, rimmed sheet pan. Some juices can drip all over your oven if you use a completely flat baking sheet (like these – they’re better for baking cookies).

I prefer to line my sheet pans with parchment paper. You could use tin foil too, but with parchment paper you can use less oil because they’re nonstick. If you want to use something reusable, I recommend a Silpat– it’s a silicone baking mat and works great (also nonstick).

How to prevent a mushy sheet pan meal

If you overcrowd a sheet pan, your food won’t roast, it’ll steam. That means you’ll be left with a mushy meal instead of a delicious dinner!

To avoid this, don’t overcrowd your pan! You may have to use 2 baking sheets- that’s ok!

Substitutions for this Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies

Veggies- I used asparagus, zucchini, and potatoes here, but you can really use any veggies you’d like. Just be sure they’re cut into similar sized pieces so the cook time is even.

Chicken- If you don’t love chicken, you can make a similar meal sans meat. Use tofu or tempeh, or swap in another favorite protein.

Here are some of my other favorite sheet pan meals:

20-Minute Sheet Pan Shrimp Dinner
Tofu Stir Fry Sheet Pan Meal
Sheet Pan Dijon Salmon
Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu and Veggies
Sheet Pan Veggie Fajita Bowls

Potatoes- Low carb? Omit them! Don’t love potatoes? Swap in sweet potatoes, butternut squash, or another carb.

Let’s cook this Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies…