Sheet Pan Chicken Zucchini Corn (Printable)

Juicy chicken, zucchini, and corn come together for a vibrant one-pan meal bursting with summer flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
03 - 2 ears of corn, kernels cut from cob or 1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Marinade / Seasoning

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
12 - 1 teaspoon salt
13 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Place chicken breasts on the sheet pan and brush both sides evenly with half the marinade.
04 - Toss sliced zucchini, corn kernels, red onion wedges, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl with the remaining marinade.
05 - Spread vegetables around the chicken in a single layer on the sheet pan.
06 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
07 - Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes. Slice as desired and sprinkle with chopped basil or parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It’s my secret for a weeknight meal that impresses without leaving a sink full of dishes.
  • The blend of sweet corn, juicy chicken, and tender zucchini always gets generous compliments at my table.
02 -
  • If you crowd the vegetables, they steam instead of roast and miss out on that sweet caramelization.
  • Letting chicken rest after roasting keeps it juicy—cutting too soon means goodbye to flavorful juices.
03 -
  • Brush marinade under the chicken as well as on top for flavor in every bite.
  • Don’t skip the resting period—it locks in juicy goodness.
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