Sheet Pan Herb-Crusted Chicken (Printable)

Juicy herb-crusted chicken paired with roasted root vegetables for a simple, hearty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Herb Crust

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
10 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

→ Root Vegetables

11 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
12 - 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
13 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
14 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 3/4 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

# How To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Rub chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper on all sides.
04 - In a small bowl, combine parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until well combined.
05 - Press the herb mixture firmly onto the tops of each chicken breast, coating generously.
06 - Nestle the herb-crusted chicken breasts among the vegetables on the sheet pan, spacing evenly.
07 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Complete meal on one pan for easy cleanup
  • Perfectly balanced flavors from fresh herbs and caramelized vegetables
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with nutrition
  • Ready in under an hour with minimal hands-on time
02 -
  • Allow the chicken to come to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking for more even roasting
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a little lemon juice and olive oil for 30 minutes before adding the herb crust
  • Don't overcrowd the pan - vegetables need space to caramelize rather than steam
  • Rotate the pan halfway through cooking if your oven has hot spots
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