Sheet Pan Chicken Zucchini Corn (Print version)

Chicken, corn, and zucchini roast together for a colorful, flavorful, easy one-pan summer meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
03 - 2 ears of corn, kernels cut from cob or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Marinade / Seasoning

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
03 - Arrange chicken breasts on the sheet pan and brush both sides with half of the marinade.
04 - Combine zucchini, corn, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with remaining marinade in a large bowl.
05 - Spread vegetables around the chicken in a single layer.
06 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
07 - Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, slice if preferred, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the secret weapon for feeding a crowd without spending hours at the stove.
  • The roasted vegetable juices mingle perfectly, and every bite tastes like summer itself.
02 -
  • I once left the veggies too close together, and they steamed instead of caramelized – always spread them out!
  • The difference between fresh and frozen corn really shows after roasting; fresher kernels stay juicy, so whenever possible, grab local corn.
03 -
  • Pre-marinating the chicken up to two hours deepens the flavor – I learned this after a rushed batch tasted bland.
  • Roasting at high heat guarantees caramelization, making everything more delicious.
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