Sheet Pan Jamaican Jerk Chicken Tenders with Roasted Vegetables
A vibrant one-pan dinner featuring tender chicken breast strips and colorful vegetables seasoned with bold Jamaican jerk spices. The chicken tenders and vegetables roast together on a single sheet pan, making cleanup effortless while developing rich, caramelized flavors. Served over hearty farro with fresh mango pieces and a creamy sriracha-lime yogurt sauce, this meal balances spicy heat with cooling tropical elements. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something flavorful and satisfying without multiple pots and pans.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup farro, uncooked
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 lb zucchini, chopped
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halvedregular potatoes1:1starch
cut into similar bite-sized pieces
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil, divided
- 2 Tbsp jerk seasoning, dividedCajun seasoning1:1spicy
similar heat profile
- 1 lb chicken breast tenders
- 2 tsp lime juice
- 1 small mango, peeled and sliced into large pieces
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ½ tsp sriracha(optional)
- 1 tsp lime juice, for sauce
- ¼ tsp dried ginger(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 425F
- 2
Slice potatoes in half and toss with oil and jerk seasoning, adding salt if seasoning lacks it
- 3
Spread seasoned potatoes on sheet pan
- 4
Roast potatoes for 25 minutes, shaking pan halfway through until starting to turn tender
- 5
Toss onions, zucchini, and chicken tenders with remaining oil and jerk seasoning, adding salt if needed
- 6
Remove sheet pan from oven and top potatoes with seasoned chicken and vegetables
- 7
Return pan to oven and roast until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes
- 8
Squeeze lime juice over everything
- 9
Reheat farro in microwave if made ahead
- 10
Serve chicken and vegetables over farro with mango pieces and yogurt sauce
Tips
Make farro ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve for quicker meal prep.
Adjust sriracha in the yogurt sauce to your heat preference, or omit entirely for a milder dipping sauce.
Cut vegetables into similar sizes to ensure even cooking and doneness.
Good to Know
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in oven or microwave.
Cook farro up to 2 days ahead. Prep vegetables and season chicken morning of serving.
Serve immediately while hot with yogurt sauce on the side or drizzled over top.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip shaking the pan halfway through potato roasting to avoid uneven browning
Add salt to jerk seasoning if it doesn't contain any to properly season the vegetables
Don't overcrowd the pan or vegetables will steam instead of roast
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
cut into similar bite-sized pieces
FAQ
Can I use frozen vegetables for this recipe?
Fresh vegetables work best as frozen ones release too much moisture and won't caramelize properly during roasting.
What if my jerk seasoning is too spicy?
Mix it with equal parts paprika or garlic powder to tone down the heat while maintaining flavor depth.
How long will the mango sauce keep?
The yogurt sauce with mango will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 2-3 days when stored covered.