Description
A simple, efficient sheet pan meal combining juicy bite-sized chicken with sweet potatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, and yellow squash. The pre-roasted sweet potatoes ensure perfect doneness for all ingredients, making this ideal for weeknight dinners or meal preps. Vibrant and balanced, this dish minimizes cleanup while delivering flavorful results.
Ingredients
4 medium chicken breasts
1 medium sweet potato, scrubbed and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 zucchini, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 yellow squash, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided into 1/4 and 1/2 cups
1 tablespoon kosher salt, divided into 1/2 teaspoon and 1 teaspoon
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided into 1/4 teaspoon and 3/4 teaspoon
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g., thyme or oregano)
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon paprika for extra color
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into bite-sized pieces (1 to 1.5-inch) with 1/2-inch cubes
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
Toss sweet potato pieces with 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet
Place in oven and roast for 10 minutes
Meanwhile, prepare remaining vegetables by dicing into uniform 1/2-inch cubes
After 10 minutes, add bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, and bite-sized chicken pieces to the pan with 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, herbs, and paprika (if using)
Stir mixture into an even layer (some overlap is fine)
Return to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking
Chicken is done when golden, crispy, and no longer pink inside
Vegetables should be tender with charred edges
Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs
Notes
Cutting ingredients into uniform sizes is critical for even cooking
For halal preparation, use certified halal chicken
Adjust olive oil quantity based on pan size and ingredient distribution
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Vegetable substitutions: add broccoli or cauliflower in place of bell peppers if desired
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American