This recipe for Greek Sheet Pan Chicken features tender and juicy marinated chicken, creamy feta, and a colorful mix of fresh veggies. It's an easy and delicious meal roasted to perfection all on one pan.
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- ❤️ Why You'll Love These Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
- 🛒 Ingredients for Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
- 🔪 How to Make Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Feta
- 💡 Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner Tips
- ☑️ Storage Instructions
- 🍴 What to Serve with Sheet Pan Greek Chicken
- 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
- Can I Prep this Meal in Advance?
- What Can I Do with Leftovers?
- Do I Leave the Skin on Chicken Thighs When Baking?
- How Can I Make This Dish Dairy Free?
- Why are There So Many Juices in the Pan?
- 🍽️ More Healthy Chicken Recipes
❤️ Why You'll Love These Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
- Tender, juicy marinated chicken
- Colorful mix of fresh veggies
- Complete sheet pan meal
- Topped with creamy feta and briny olives
- Easy, healthy weeknight dinner
- Keto friendly
This Greek roasted chicken thighs recipe is one of those dinners you’ll want to make time and time again. Tender chicken thighs and fresh veggies are marinated in a zesty homemade mixture that infuses them with wonderful citrus and garlic flavors.
Briny Kalamata olives, juicy tomatoes, and feta cheese are added to give it that perfect Greek twist. As the ingredients roast on a single sheet pan, the chicken becomes super tender and pairs perfectly with the roasted zucchini, peppers, and onions. The blend of ingredients results in an overall mouth-watering meal that the whole family will love.
Sheet pan meals are ideal for busy weeknight dinners. If you'd like to try some other popular recipes, check out these Sheet Pan Shrimp and Veggies and these Sheet Pan Cajun Sausage and Veggies. You just can't have too many one-pan meals in your menu line-up.
🛒 Ingredients for Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
- Chicken
- Bell peppers
- Zucchini
- Tomatoes
- Red onion
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Red wine vinegar
- Parsley or mint
- Olive oil
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
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🔪 How to Make Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Feta
In a small mixing bowl, add in the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Whisk until well combined.
Add the chicken to a food storage bag, then pour ⅔ of the marinade over the chicken.
Seal up the bag and massage the marinade into the chicken, making sure all sides are well coated. Marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet.
Add the bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini to a large mixing bowl. Pour the remaining ⅓ of the marinade over the top and toss to combine.
Pour the veggies around the chicken, then bake for 15 minutes.
Take the sheet pan out of the oven and add the tomatoes and Kalamata olives over the veggies.
Continue baking for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches a temperature of at least 165°F when checked with a meat thermometer.
Add the crumbled feta, chopped parsley, or mint, and pour the pan juices over the top. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
💡 Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner Tips
Sheet pan recipes are straightforward and easy by nature. But here are a few basic tips to keep in mind.
- Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade by massaging it on all sides.
- For the best flavor, don’t rush the marinating time. It really helps the flavors penetrate the meat.
- To ensure everything is done at the same time, stagger the addition of the ingredients as directed.
- Invest in a meat thermometer. For safety reasons, make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Take advantage of those scrumptious pan juices and use them to pour over mashed potatoes or rice.
For another great chicken dinner, try this Chicken Pot Pie Casserole that's creamy and delicious with a puffed pastry topping!
☑️ Storage Instructions
Fridge: Store any leftover Greek roasted chicken thighs and veggies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezer: If you want to freeze leftovers, let them cool, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or use freezer-safe containers. They can be frozen for up to 2 months for the best quality.
Reheating: To reheat, allow the dish to thaw overnight in the fridge. You can warm the dish up in the microwave or in the oven.
🍴 What to Serve with Sheet Pan Greek Chicken
Because this is a complete meal in one, you don't have to serve anything else with it. But if you want to drizzle the pan juices over a starch, here are my top picks:
- Air Fryer Baked Potato
- Quinoa, white or brown rice
- Mashed Cauliflower (not a starch, but a low carb alternative)
- Home Fries
- Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
🔄 Substitutions and Additions
- Chicken: Instead of thighs, you can use chicken breasts, drumsticks, or a combination based on your preference. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Artichoke hearts: Add quartered canned artichoke hearts for an extra layer of Mediterranean flavor.
- Capers: Toss in a tablespoon or two of capers for an extra briny and tangy kick.
- Roasted garlic: Include roasted garlic cloves for a mellow and sweet garlic flavor.
- Vegetables: Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like eggplant, mushrooms, or asparagus.
- Cheese: Experiment with different cheeses, such as goat cheese or Parmesan, instead of feta.
- Herbs: For a different flavor, you can try different herbs like basil, thyme, or dill.
- Olives: If you can’t find Kalamata olives, you can use black olives instead.
Can I Prep this Meal in Advance?
Sure. You can add the marinated chicken and veggies to a sheet pan the night before, then bake it the next day.
What Can I Do with Leftovers?
To give new life to leftovers, swap things up. Shred the chicken and add it to the veggies with a green salad. You can make a quick wrap for lunch with the leftovers using these homemade tortillas. Or, for a really tasty meal, add them to a rice bowl or a quinoa bowl.
Do I Leave the Skin on Chicken Thighs When Baking?
You can use either skinless or skin-on. You can also use bone-in if you prefer. Keep in mind that if you use bone-in thighs with skin, you will want to increase the baking time.
How Can I Make This Dish Dairy Free?
Feta is a dairy product, so you'll want to omit it. You can replace it with a dairy free cheese made from even parboiled potatoes.
Why are There So Many Juices in the Pan?
The chicken releases juices as it cooks, as do the veggies. They make a delicious sauce to drizzle over the finished dish.
🍽️ More Healthy Chicken Recipes
- Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
- Thai Red Curry Coconut Grilled Chicken
- Grilled Chicken with Rosemary Citrus Glaze
- Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole
- Creamy Chicken Tuscan Skillet
- Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole
- Chicken Florentine Skillet
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 bell peppers, mix of colors sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into half moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion, sliced
- ⅓ cup Kalamata olives
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or mint
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add in the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Whisk until well combined. Add the chicken to a food storage bag, then pour ⅔ of the marinade over the chicken.
- Seal up the bag, massage the marinade into the chicken, making sure all sides are well coated. Marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet.
- Add the bell peppers, red onion and zucchini to a large mixing bowl. Pour the remaining ⅓ of the marinade over the top and toss to combine.
- Pour the veggies around the chicken, then bake for 15 minutes.
- Take the sheet pan out of the oven, and add the tomatoes and Kalamata olives over the veggies.
- Continue baking for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches a temperatures of at least 165°F, when checked with a meat thermometer.
- Add the crumbled feta, chopped parsley or mint and pour the pan juices over the top and serve with a squeeze of lemon.
*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.
*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.
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EllaM
Wow ! I made this recipe and I could not believe how delicious it was! It is now a weekly dish in our house . Thank you for sharing .
Nutritious Deliciousness
I'm so excited to hear this! I really love this recipe too because it's so easy yet has so much flavor.
Rachel
Love how easy this was to make - perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Nutritious Deliciousness
It really is...and it's so tasty.
Laura
There's nothing better than a sheet pan dinner!
Nutritious Deliciousness
I agree! This is one of my favorites.
Hilda
You had me at Greek chicken! I can't wait to try this recipe, thank you!
Nutritious Deliciousness
I hope you enjoy it. The flavors are incredible.
Megan
Tasty and easy to make!
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Thank you!
Katie
This was simple and so flavorful! I will definitely be making this again!
Nutritious Deliciousness
Yay! I'm so happy you enjoyed it.
Dee Lutsky
I made this 2 days ago. It was EXCELLENT!
Nutritious Deliciousness
Thank you. It's an awesome weeknight night meal.