Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes

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Seasoned with zesty lemon and cracked pepper roasted together with tender broccoli and burst grape tomatoes. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (high protein), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs skinless chicken breasts, broccoli florets, grape tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp cracked black pepper, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 chicken breasts on a large rimmed baking sheet and brush both sides evenly with the lemon pepper mixture.
  3. Step 3: Toss 4 cups broccoli florets and 1 pint grape tomatoes with any remaining lemon pepper oil mixture and spread around the chicken on the baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep skinless chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Lemon-Pepper Sheet Pan Chicken with Broccoli and Grape Tomatoes whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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