Description
A delicious and easy sheet pan dinner featuring marinated chicken and colorful veggies roasted to perfection.
Ingredients
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- 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup zesty Italian dressing
- 1–1/4 pounds chicken tenderloins or breasts
- 2 heads broccoli
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a large sheet pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and Italian dressing. Set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: Trim excess fat from the tenderloins or cut the chicken breasts into small 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick pieces. Place 1/3 cup of the marinade in a large resealable bag and add the chicken. Seal and coat the chicken evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 6 hours.
- Chop the vegetables: Cut the broccoli into small florets, halve the baby carrots, and prepare the cherry tomatoes.
- Arrange on the sheet pan: Spread the broccoli and carrots on the prepared pan. Toss with Italian seasoning, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10–15 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes and continue roasting: After the initial roast, toss in the cherry tomatoes or set them aside. Return the pan to the oven for another 5–10 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Cook the chicken: Discard the marinade from the chicken and place the chicken tenders in the center of the sheet pan, evenly spaced. Brush the remaining marinade over the chicken. Continue roasting for 7–15 minutes, monitoring the internal temperature until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Finish and serve: Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot, optionally over rice or quinoa.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
- For additional flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sheet Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg