Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken: Easy Dinner in 5 Steps
Introduction
If you’re craving a delicious, no-fuss dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor, Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken is the answer. This dish delivers juicy, seasoned chicken and perfectly roasted potatoes all cooked together on one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum taste! With just 5 simple steps and ingredients you probably already have, it’s an ideal meal for busy weeknights or whenever you need a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner in a hurry.
Why Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken is a Smart Choice
Sheet pan dinners are beloved for their simplicity—and this recipe is a standout. Everything cooks together, letting the flavors mingle while keeping prep and cleanup to a minimum. The combination of tender chicken, crispy roasted potatoes, and aromatic herbs ensures a nourishing and deeply satisfying meal.
Choosing the Right Ingredients
For the juiciest chicken, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or drumsticks work best, but boneless chicken breast can also be used for a lighter option. Yukon gold or red potatoes become crisp on the outside and buttery inside after roasting. Fresh garlic, aromatic herbs like rosemary or thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil elevate everything with minimal effort.
How to Prepare Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken: 5 Simple Steps
1. **Preheat** your oven and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment or foil for easy cleanup.
2. **Toss** chopped potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs directly on the pan.
3. **Season** the chicken with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs. Arrange the chicken among the potatoes.
4. **Roast** everything together in the oven until potatoes are golden and chicken is cooked through.
5. **Serve** hot out of the oven—no need for fancy presentation, just fresh flavors right from the pan!
Serving Suggestions
Pair your sheet pan meal with a crisp green salad or steamed green beans for a balanced dinner. A simple yogurt sauce or a squeeze of lemon brightens up the savory flavors and adds a refreshing note to every bite.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe serves four and each portion includes a chicken piece and a generous serving of roasted potatoes. Calorie content is approximately 400–500 per serving, depending on the cut of chicken and amount of oil used—making it a wholesome, filling dinner option.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Place diced potatoes (and optional onion wedges) on the sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and half the rosemary or thyme. Toss with your hands to coat and spread in a single layer.
- In a bowl, combine chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil, remaining salt, pepper, herbs, and minced garlic. Rub seasoning all over the chicken.
- Nestle chicken pieces among the potatoes, skin-side up. Roast for 35–40 minutes until chicken is golden, cooked through (internal temp 165°F), and potatoes are crispy on the edges. Optionally, broil for 1–2 minutes for extra color.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
Weekly Meal Planning
This Sheet Pan Potatoes and Chicken recipe is a dream for meal prep—make a double batch to enjoy leftovers for lunch or dinner the next day! Save and schedule this recipe in your weekly meal plan to combine ingredient needs with your other planned meals and create an all-in-one shopping list.
Planning Perks:
- Automatically combines ingredients if you plan similar recipes (e.g., you’ll know exactly how many pounds of potatoes to buy for the week).
- Organizes all ingredients by grocery store section for a faster, more efficient shopping trip.
- Prevents duplicate purchases and reduces food waste by tracking what you need—and already have.
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Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
