Basil Soft Chicken Veggie (Print View)

Tender chicken paired with herbaceous basil and roasted vegetables, perfect for easy weeknight dining.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein & Marinade

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.3 lbs)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Juice and zest of 1 lemon
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon honey
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
11 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
13 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
14 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Method:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and zest, chopped basil, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until fully mixed.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat thoroughly. Allow to marinate while preparing vegetables, or up to 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
04 - Arrange zucchini slices, bell peppers, red onion wedges, and halved cherry tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss gently to combine and spread evenly, leaving space for chicken.
05 - Nestle the marinated chicken breasts among the vegetables on the sheet pan. Pour any remaining marinade evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
07 - Sprinkle additional fresh basil leaves over the cooked dish and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple one-pan meal minimizing cleanup
  • Fresh, zesty basil-lemon marinade adds bright flavor
02 -
  • You can swap zucchini for asparagus or green beans if desired
  • Boneless chicken thighs work for extra juiciness but add 5 minutes to baking time
03 -
  • Marinate chicken up to 30 minutes to enhance flavor
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
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