Balsamic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal with Asparagus
Balsamic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal is an easy one-pan dinner with juicy chicken, roasted onions, and tender asparagus.The balsamic dressing adds sweet and savory flavor.Perfect for a simple family meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs or chicken quarters bone-in and skin-on
- 1 pound asparagus trimmed
- 1 onion sliced
- Feta cheese for serving
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 garlic cloves grated
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, grated garlic, and dried thyme or oregano.
- Place the chicken in a large bowl and season with salt and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and toss well to coat.
- Transfer the chicken and all of the marinade to a large sheet pan. Add the sliced onion around the chicken.
- Bake on the center rack for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and add the asparagus. Drizzle the asparagus with a little olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
- Top with crumbled feta before serving.
- Serve this Balsamic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal warm.
Notes
- Crumble the feta over the dish just before serving so it stays fresh and creamy.
- A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the balsamic flavor nicely.
- Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, couscous, or warm bread for a fuller meal.
- For a lower-sugar option, use just 1 tablespoon of honey.
- Red onion also works well here and adds a slightly sweeter roasted flavor.