Basil Soft Chicken Veggie (Printable)

Tender chicken roasted with colorful vegetables and a bright basil-lemon zest for easy weeknight dinners.

# 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 - 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved (approximately 7 oz)
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - 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 in a small bowl.
03 - Place chicken breasts in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour marinade over chicken, turning to coat evenly. Let sit while prepping vegetables, or marinate up to 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
04 - Arrange zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then toss to coat evenly. Spread in a single layer, leaving space for chicken.
05 - Nestle marinated chicken breasts among the vegetables on the sheet pan. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the chicken and vegetables. Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
06 - Remove from oven and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple one-pan meal minimizing cleanup
  • Bright, fresh basil-lemon flavor
02 -
  • You can swap zucchini for asparagus or green beans
  • Boneless chicken thighs can be used for extra juiciness (add 5 minutes cooking time)
03 -
  • Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes or overnight for deeper flavor
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even roasting
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