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Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

Juicy Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs for Easy Dinners

Discover the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean spices with this easy sheet pan chicken thighs recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs Keeping the skin adds moisture and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Can substitute with any colorful pepper.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Eggplant or yellow squash are alternatives.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Shallots or white onions work well as substitutes.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Use dried herbs if fresh are unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lime zest can be a twist.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • medium-sized bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh herbs, and lemon zest. Add salt and pepper.
  3. Coat each chicken thigh with the marinade. Place them skin-side up on the lined baking sheet.
  4. Slice the bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion, scattering around the chicken. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the vegetables.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken is golden and reaches 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
  6. Let the sheet pan rest for five minutes before serving, alongside salad or couscous.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure spacing is key for roasting, and use a thermometer to check cooking temperature.

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