Description
Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken combines succulent chicken breasts with colorful roasted vegetables, all drizzled in your favorite barbecue sauce. This one-pan wonder makes dinner a breeze, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s a dish that brings families together around the table for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 cup favorite BBQ sauce
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place on one side of the pan.
- Arrange sliced bell peppers and red onion on the other side.
- In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil.
- Brush half of the BBQ mixture onto the chicken.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Brush with remaining BBQ sauce during the last few minutes.
- Serve hot alongside rice or a salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (approx. 270g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce overnight for enhanced flavor. Substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option. Experiment with seasonal vegetables like zucchini or carrots for added nutrition.