Sheet Pan
Smoky Chipotle Make-Ahead Sheet-Pan Chicken & Broccoli with Roasted Chickpeas
Warm smoke with a family-friendly chile kick. This recipe turns chicken, broccoli, and sweet peppers into a complete one-pan dinner, built to prep earlier and finish quickly at dinner time, with extra plant protein and texture. It is designed for dependable prep, familiar groceries, and a calm family dinner.
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What you’ll need
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked brown rice, for serving
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry
Make it happen
Directions
- 1
Heat the oven to 425°F and line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment.
- 2
Whisk 1 tsp smoked paprika and 1 tbsp minced chipotle in adobo with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- 3
Add the chicken and vegetables, toss well, and spread in a single layer.
- 4
Roast for 22–24 minutes, stirring once, until the chicken reaches 165°F. Finish and serve over brown rice.
- 5
Roast or skillet-crisp the chickpeas until golden and add them during the final five minutes.
Estimated per serving
Nutrition at a glance
Estimates are provided for planning and are not medical advice.