One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Vinaigrette
A flavorful, affordable one-pan meal featuring grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and a zesty vinaigrette for a balanced, colorful dish. This mediterranean-inspired mediterranean (mediterranean) ready in about 50 minutes pairs chicken breast, medium zucchini, large bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 2 lbs chicken breast
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 large bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute. Add 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir in 1 medium zucchini, 1 large diced bell pepper, and 1 small diced red onion. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 2: Add 2 lbs chicken breast and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-18 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the chicken and vegetables, then garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Vinaigrette 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 with Vinaigrette?
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 chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Vinaigrette?
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 with Vinaigrette 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 with Vinaigrette?
Mediterranean mediterranean 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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to mediterranean dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
