Weekday dinners can be exhausting. Give yourself a break with this easy Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner! It’s a quick, flavorful meal loaded with bold spices that are sure to hit the spot. Prep ahead to save even more time!

cooked jerk chicken and veggie sheet pan dinner on a plate with a side of rice

Serves: 5
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

bone-in chicken thighs (5-6)
2 bell peppers (any color)
1 onion (whichever you prefer)
1-2 zucchinis
2 tsp olive oil
2 Tbsp jerk seasoning (divided – we use mild Walkerswood Jamaican Jerk)
Optional:
- green onions
- cooked rice

A jar of jerk seasoning next to to chicken and vegetables on a table.

Get the printable instructions with nutrition information at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Tips for cooking zucchini:

A little prep will help your zucchini to bake up without turning into a watery mess. The chicken in this dish will release some juices while baking, so it’s best to start off with as little liquid as possible. Drawing the water out of zucchini is always my first step whether sautéing, baking or air frying it. Slice zucchinis into your preferred shape and place in a colander. Sprinkle a teaspoon of salt over the zucchini and toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes. Place the slices on clean paper towels and use another paper towel over the top. Press to absorb the excess liquid.

sliced zucchini being sprinkled with salt

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: After prepping your zucchini, prep the chicken. Trim any excess fat and skin, then blot dry with a paper towel. Use a tablespoon of jerk seasoning (it will be like paste) and brush on both sides of the thighs (or rub on with clean hands). Place thighs on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, leaving space in between for vegetables.

chicken thighs being brushed with jerk seasoning

Step 2: Slice clean peppers and onions into about 6 wedges each. For this recipe, I like to split the zucchini lengthwise then slice into thick pieces. Place all off the veggies into a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add a tablespoon of the jerk seasoning and toss everything together until the veggies are evenly coated.

Step 3: Spread the veggies around the chicken thighs and place in an oven preheated to 425º. Bake for 30 minutes then stir the veggies around a bit. Bake for another 15-20 minutes or until thighs are thoroughly cooked (165º when taken with an instant thermometer). Top with optional sliced green onions and a side of rice.

raw jerk chicken and veggies on a baking sheet

cooked jerk chicken and veggies on a sheet pan

Tips:

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning can be very spicy! My kids prefer the mild version, but if you like more heat, add more seasoning or opt for the hot version.

Jerk Chicken and Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner

Weekday dinners can be exhausting. Give yourself a break with this easy Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner!

Beth

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings

Ingredients

5 large bone-in chicken thighs
2 bell peppers (any color)
1 onion (red, sweet, or yellow)
1-2 zucchinis
2 tsp olive oil
2 Tbsp jerk seasoning (divided)

Optional:

green onions
cooked rice

Instructions

After prepping your zucchini, prep the chicken. Trim any excess fat and skin, then blot dry with a paper towel. Use a tablespoon of jerk seasoning (it will be like paste) and brush on both sides of the thighs (or rub on with clean hands). Place thighs on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, leaving space in between for vegetables.
Slice clean peppers and onions into about 6 wedges each. For this recipe, I like to split the zucchini lengthwise then slice into thick pieces. Place all off the veggies into a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add a tablespoon of the jerk seasoning and toss everything together until the veggies are evenly coated.
Spread the veggies around the chicken thighs and place in an oven preheated to 425º. Bake for 30 minutes then stir the veggies around a bit. Bake for another 15-20 minutes or until thighs are thoroughly cooked (165º when taken with an instant thermometer). Top with optional sliced green onions and a side of rice.

Notes

See the blog post for tips on cooking zucchini.
Jamaican Jerk Seasoning can be very spicy! My kids prefer the mild version, but if you like more heat, add more seasoning or opt for the hot version.