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Middle Eastern Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner

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If you love bold flavor without a complicated prep, this Middle Eastern Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner is about to become your new go-to. It’s the kind of meal that feels vibrant and special but comes together on one pan with minimal effort — and even less cleanup.

Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken roasts alongside tender potatoes and caramelized broccoli, all finished with bright, fresh lemon. The harissa spice blend brings warmth and depth, giving the dish its Middle Eastern flair. And the best part? You can easily swap in whatever spice blend you have on hand and still end up with a delicious result.

This is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. Toss, roast, and serve. That’s it. It’s hearty enough to stand alone, but simple enough to prep ahead for lunches throughout the week.

Big flavor. One pan. No stress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon harissa spice blend (or favorite spice blend*)

  • 2 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken breast halves

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

  • 2 large Yukon gold potatoes, washed and cut into 2-inch cubes

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 lemon, quartered

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.

  2. Place the chicken breasts on a large baking sheet (or divide between two standard baking sheets if needed). Sprinkle the harissa spice blend evenly over the chicken. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and rub the spices into the chicken to coat thoroughly.

  3. In a large bowl, toss the broccoli and potatoes with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Spread the vegetables around the chicken on the baking sheet. Add the lemon wedges around the pan.

  4. Roast for 40–45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

  5. Serve warm with a roasted lemon wedge squeezed over each portion.

Notes

  • No harissa? Substitute with your favorite spice blend such as Herbs de Provence, Moroccan spice blends, Italian seasoning, or Cajun seasoning.

  • If your vegetables begin to brown too quickly, loosely tent with foil during the last part of roasting.

  • For extra crisp skin, place the pan under the broiler for 1–2 minutes at the end of cooking.

  • This recipe stores well and makes excellent leftovers for lunch.

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