Sheet Pan Chicken Zucchini Corn (Printable)

Juicy chicken, corn, and zucchini roast together for a vibrant, flavorful one-pan summer dinner with easy cleanup.

# What Goes In:

→ Protein

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

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
03 - 2 ears of corn, kernels removed (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 chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; whisk until smooth.
03 - Position chicken breasts on the sheet pan. Brush both sides with half of the marinade.
04 - In a large bowl, toss zucchini, corn, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with the remaining marinade.
05 - Arrange vegetables around the chicken in a single, even layer on the 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 if desired and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Cleanup is a breeze—all the veggies and chicken roast together so you'll only wash one pan.
  • The flavors are so lively and fresh that every bite feels like a reward for making local produce shine.
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that crowding the pan makes the veggies steam instead of roasting—spread everything out.
  • A quick five-minute resting period before slicing keeps the chicken juicy and easier to serve.
03 -
  • If you prep the veggies while the oven heats, everything moves faster and stays fresher.
  • The secret to perfect chicken? Let it sit that extra five minutes after roasting—no shortcuts.
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