Cheesy Chicken and Veggie Sheet Pan Delight

This sheet pan recipe combines juicy chicken breasts, roasted veggies, and melted cheese in one delicious and kid-friendly meal. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this recipe is a perfect way to introduce picky eaters to nutritious ingredients. Prepare for clean plates and happy faces!
ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, baby carrots, bell peppers, red onion, olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the veggies are evenly coated.
- 3.
Spread the seasoned veggies on one side of the baking sheet.
- 4.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika.
- 5.
Place the chicken breasts on the other side of the baking sheet.
- 6.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- 7.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken breasts.
- 8.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9.
Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy goodness with the roasted veggies.