One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet
A flavorful, one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, roasted veggies, and a zesty lemon-herb glaze. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (mediterranean) ready in about 50 minutes pairs pcs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cherry tomatoes, zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pcs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz cherry tomatoes
- 1.5 lbs zucchini
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large oven-safe skillet with parchment paper. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then place in the skillet. Add zucchini slices and cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken and veggies, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Toss to combine.
- Step 3: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F/74°C) and the veggies are tender. Remove olives and arrange them on top. Garnish with fresh oregano and serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet?
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 cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet?
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 One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet 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.
What goes well with One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken and Veggie Skillet?
Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
