Cooking dinner after a busy day can sometimes feel hard. Most people want something quick, tasty, and not too many dishes to wash. A sheet pan dinner is the best answer. You place everything on one baking tray and let the oven do the work. The result is a meal that looks impressive but is very simple to make.
This Mediterranean Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner brings the fresh and colorful taste of the Mediterranean region into your home. The chicken roasts together with potatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Olive oil, lemon, herbs, and balsamic vinegar make it bright and flavorful. After baking, a topping of feta cheese and olives adds the final touch. The whole dish smells amazing and looks beautiful when served.
For readers in the USA and UK, this recipe works perfectly with ingredients that are easy to find in local stores. It gives a healthy mix of protein, vegetables, and carbs in one pan. It is also a great recipe to serve guests because it looks like restaurant food but requires very little effort. Leftovers reheat well and still taste fresh.
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- One quarter cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of one lemon
- Two tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- One teaspoon dried tarragon
- One teaspoon dried oregano
- One teaspoon paprika
- One teaspoon salt
- Half teaspoon black pepper
- Four chicken thighs with skin
- One small red onion, sliced into petals
- Eight mini bell peppers, halved and seeded
- One pound baby potatoes, halved
- One lemon, sliced
- One quarter cup crumbled feta cheese
- One quarter cup chopped fresh parsley
- Eight pitted kalamata olives
How to Make Mediterranean Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
- Heat oven to 425°F or 220°C. Line a baking sheet with aluminium foil.
- In a large bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, tarragon, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs, onion slices, potatoes, and bell peppers into the bowl. Toss so everything is coated well.
- Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly on the baking sheet. Place lemon slices over the vegetables. Keep chicken skin uncovered so it can crisp.
- Bake for about forty minutes until chicken is cooked through and skin is golden, and potatoes are tender.
- Remove from oven. Sprinkle feta cheese, parsley, and olives on top. Serve hot.
Nutrition (per serving approx)
- Calories: 533
- Protein: 23 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fat: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sodium: 1117 mg
Tips and Variations
Use chicken breasts if you do not like thighs, but reduce cooking time to keep them juicy.
You can swap baby potatoes with sweet potatoes for a different taste.
If olives taste too strong use fewer or replace with green olives.
You can marinate chicken and vegetables earlier in the day and then bake at dinner time.
Add other vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, or cherry tomatoes for more color and flavor.
Serving Ideas
Serve with a slice of crusty bread to soak up the juices.
Add a simple green salad with olive oil and lemon dressing on the side.
Pair with couscous, quinoa, or rice if you want more grains.
Leftovers can be stored and reheated. Sprinkle fresh parsley after reheating for freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this dish gluten free
Yes, all ingredients are naturally gluten free.
2. How can I get crispy chicken skin
Keep skin side uncovered and bake at high heat until golden.
3. Can I prepare this ahead
Yes, chop vegetables and marinate everything earlier. Store in fridge and bake later.
4. How long can I keep leftovers
Store in fridge for up to two days. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best taste.
5. Can I make this dairy free
Yes, simply leave out the feta cheese.
6. What herbs can I use instead
You can replace tarragon or oregano with thyme, rosemary, or basil.
7. Can I double the recipe
Yes, just use two baking trays so everything roasts properly.
8. Can I add more vegetables
Yes, zucchini, broccoli, and carrots also taste very good in this dish.
9. What sides go well with this
Bread, couscous, rice, or even pasta go very well.
10. Is this good for meal prep
Yes, it reheats well and keeps flavor, making it perfect for meal prep.
