Description
Enjoy a burst of bright flavors with Sheet Pan Lemon Balsamic Chicken and Potatoes, an effortless meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This one-pan wonder combines juicy chicken marinated in zesty lemon and rich balsamic vinegar with tender roasted baby potatoes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The best part? Cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks together on a single baking sheet. You can easily customize the dish with your favorite vegetables and herbs, adding versatility to your dining experience. Serve it warm alongside creamy tzatziki for an added Mediterranean flair that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano
- 2 teaspoons smoked or regular paprika
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 shallot, chopped
- Chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup mixed chopped fresh herbs (dill, basil, or thyme)
- 2 tablespoons sliced pepperoncini
- 1 cup green olives, torn
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Toss halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix chicken, balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, Dijon mustard, chopped oregano, paprika, garlic, shallot, salt, pepper, and chili flakes until coated.
- Arrange marinated chicken around the potatoes on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While baking, mix olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, pepperoncini slices, olives, and sesame seeds in a bowl.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce mixed with crumbled feta cheese in another bowl.
- Once cooked, serve warm topped with the herb mixture and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 100mg