Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables
Juicy grilled chicken thighs rubbed with a fresh herb blend, roasted alongside colorful summer vegetables for a simple, flavorful meal. This mediterranean-inspired grilling ready in about 40 minutes pairs skin on bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, finely chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 6, skin on bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds yellow squash
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- for serving lemon wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create an herb rub.
- Step 2: Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and evenly coat each with the herb rub on both sides. Set aside while preparing vegetables.
- Step 3: Toss 2 sliced medium zucchinis, 1 large red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 sliced medium yellow squash with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Step 4: Place the chicken thighs skin side down on the grill and cook for 6 minutes. Flip chicken and arrange the vegetables on a large sheet pan. Transfer the sheet pan to the grill grates and grill everything for another 15-18 minutes, turning vegetables halfway, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender with grill marks.
- Step 5: Remove chicken and vegetables from grill, let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables?
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 Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Sheet Pan Herb-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Summer Vegetables?
Mediterranean grilling 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.
