Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken

My favorite recipes are the ones that look impressive but come together with minimal effort. There's nothing more satisfying than a well-balanced meal that's as beautiful on the plate as it is easy to prepare.

This Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken earns its place alongside Mahi Mahi in Cream Sauce and Lemon Shrimp Pasta as a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner option that you’d be proud to serve. This sheet pan superstar has been a staple in our home since my son discovered his affinity for Mediterranean food when he was a toddler - I'm sure your family will love it just as much!

Why You’ll Love This Sheet Pan Dinner

• Versatile: It’s incredibly easy to customize this recipe. Swap out the veggies for what you have on hand or to switch it up from time to time.
• Easy Clean Up: One pan + one bowl = a home chef’s dream come true. Who doesn’t love a clean kitchen post dinner prep?
• So Many Veggies: The veggies and protein are built right in so it’s balanced and a complete meal by itself. Or you can add bread or mashed potatoes if you like.
• Homemade Marinade: Similar to my feta greek dressing, this herbaceous flavor explosion marries everything together.

Ingredients and Notes

What really sets this dish apart is the bright and bold chicken marinade. It adds loads of flavor to an otherwise simple sheet pan chicken dinner.

• Chicken Thighs: Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; I recommend trimming any excess skin. I have ways to use different cuts like skinless chicken breasts in the Frequently asked questions below.
• Greek Chicken Marinade: A bright and zesty blend of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, and dried thyme. 
• Vegetables: I'm using common Mediterranean ingredients such as Italian zucchini, peppers, red onion, jarred artichoke hearts and cherry tomatoes. But you could use potatoes, eggplant, green beans or baby carrots also. Florina red peppers are authentically Greek, but Red Bell Peppers are what I use.
• Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese:  The tangy and briny flavors are a perfect complement to the other ingredients. That extra pop of flavor makes this so tasty.

Recipe Tips

• Marination Time: Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, but preferably a few hours. You can also do it overnight but it’s not a huge difference.
• For More Crispy Skin: If using skin-on thighs, pat them dry before roasting. You can also switch the oven to broil for the last few minutes but keep a careful eye on it not to burn the vegetables.
• Cut Vegetables Evenly: Cut the zucchini, bell pepper, and onion into similar-sized chunks for even cooking.
• Drain the Pan Halfway Through Cooking. Depending on how much moisture is in the ingredients, you could find excess juice in the pan. That’s ok. Drain excess water when you add the olives and cheese for crispier veggies that aren’t soggy.
• Fresh Parsley makes it Pretty. While completely optional, a healthy sprinkling of fresh herbs like thyme. Greek oregano, or parsley makes the dish instantly more appealing looking.

What to serve with Mediterranean Chicken Sheet Pan?

Related to Greek sheet pan chicken, this recipe is designed as a complete meal, so there’s no need to add anything. However, you can also add simple side dishes like:

Grains and Starches. Herbed rice, couscous, orzo pasta salad, and quinoa make good side dishes or are perfect to serve as a bed for the chicken and vegetables. Warm pita bread or Naan is another favorite.

Fresh & Light Salads. Greek Salad, Tabbouleh, Cucumber salad, and a very simple green salad fit right in.

Dips & Spreads. Mediterranean classics like hummus, Tzatziki, and Baba Ghanoush complement the theme perfectly. Serve with warm pita bread or naan as an appetizer.