Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken with Broccoli & Tomatoes
Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken with Broccoli & Tomatoes is an effortless yet flavorful dish that brings together juicy chicken breasts, vibrant broccoli, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Enhanced by zesty lemon and aromatic black pepper, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Enjoy a delightful culinary experience while keeping cleanup simple!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts in this mixture.
- In another bowl, toss broccoli and tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken on one side of the baking sheet and arrange the vegetables on the other side.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden brown.
- Serve hot with pan juices drizzled over.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - Substitute broccoli with bell peppers or carrots for added variety. - For extra flavor, add garlic powder or Italian herbs to the seasoning mix. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.