Name: Chicken and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Juice and zest of one medium orange; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 2 tablespoons dried thyme); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup; 1/4 cup whole wheat flour (or any flour of your choice); 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 4 pieces (see Notes); 1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed and sliced; 2 medium shallots, peeled and quartered; salt and pepper, optional

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This baked citrus chicken and vegetable sheet pan dinner paired with fennel is a deliciously quick and simple family meal with little cleanup! This citrus chicken marinade can be made with tofu if you prefer a vegetarian option!

I know most of you are familiar with my vegetarian recipes, but I wanted to include a chicken dish. Personally, I am an omnivore who cooks for my vegetarian husband at home. As a toddler mom (with a second on the way) I have let my child choose what he wants to eat, and that includes meat. With an expanding family, there is now a greater variety of foods within our household. So, you will start seeing more meat and fish recipes! As always I will discuss ways to modify a recipe based on dietary preferences such as vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free. If you prefer an alternative to this chicken sheet pan dinner, read on further for my modifications.

Chicken with fennel and sliced oranges on a baking sheet

Citrus Marinade For Chicken (or anything!)

In this citrus marinade for chicken recipe, I used fresh oranges, garlic, thyme, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. If you love citrus or are curious about how to add it to your cooking then try these tips below:

Add a little zest to your life! Citrus is delicious, enough said. Whether it is in a smoothie, marinade, dessert, salad, or even perfectly on its own, citrus is extremely versatile. Here are some ways to enjoy it in your meals at home:

oranges (especially blood oranges) sliced or wedged in salads, or juiced in salad dressing
add some lemon zest in sauces, soups, or in your favorite pasta dish
lime zest in a delicious Mexican or Thai recipe
add some sliced lemons or oranges with roasted vegetables or your favorite protein (such as this chicken sheet pan dinner)

For this chicken and vegetable sheet pan recipe...

Sheet pan dinners are such a trend these days and for good reason! They are quick & easy and involve little cleanup. Trying to find a more family-friendly recipe? Sheet pan dinners are the answer! An entire meal can be cooked on one sheet pan! Throw in your protein, veggies, and carbs, such as potatoes, gnocchi, or corn. Or, serve a side of your favorite grains on the side as I did with brown rice to pair with this chicken sheet pan dinner!

To modify this recipe:

Vegan/Vegetarian: Replace the chicken and try it with mock chicken (such as Gardein cutlets) or tofu. Bake the tofu sheet pan dinner at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 to 30 minutes.

Gluten Sensitive: Omit the wheat or all-purpose flour and try it with almond or chickpea flour; can also be made without a flour coating

Want to try it with fish? This would be delicious with cod or salmon! Bake the vegetables first for 10-15 minutes, then add the marinated fish and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.