Description
This One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy a healthy dinner with tender chicken breasts and a colorful mix of vegetables all baked to perfection in a flavorful balsamic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy sheet pan meal is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
Sauce and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Balsamic Mixture and Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken chunks to this mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every piece evenly with the flavorful glaze.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a separate bowl, toss the broccoli florets, baby carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and red onion wedges with the remaining olive oil along with a pinch of salt and pepper to season.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Nestle the balsamic-coated chicken pieces among the vegetables, making sure everything is well distributed.
- Drizzle Remaining Sauce: Pour any leftover balsamic mixture from the bowl over the chicken and vegetables to maximize flavor infusion while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir the contents once halfway through cooking to promote even caramelization and ensure the chicken cooks through and vegetables become tender.
- Serve: Remove the pan from the oven once the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are lightly caramelized. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh basil or parsley for extra flavor.
Notes
- You can swap in other vegetables like zucchini, green beans, or Brussels sprouts according to your preference or seasonal availability.
- For extra flavor, finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
