Description
Looking for an easy dinner idea that’s equal parts flavorful and simple? This Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe is your one-pan solution! Juicy chicken breasts are roasted with sweet cherry tomatoes and red onions in a tangy balsamic garlic marinade. It’s colorful, healthy, and ready in under an hour, making it perfect for a quick dinner, weeknight meal, or even a healthy lunch. The roasted veggies burst with flavor, and the cleanup is minimal—what more could you want from an easy recipe? Ideal for fans of food ideas that are hearty yet clean, this dish is a true go-to.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 medium red onion sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
2. Coat the chicken breasts in the mixture and let them marinate for at least 20 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
4. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the red onion. Toss with a bit of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, herbs, and salt.
5. Arrange marinated chicken on a large baking sheet. Scatter tomatoes and onions around.
6. Pour remaining marinade over everything.
7. Roast for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Add bell peppers or zucchini for more veggie variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast + veggies
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy dinner, chicken sheet pan, balsamic chicken, quick healthy meal, roasted vegetables