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I’ve made lots of sheet pan chicken recipes, but these sheet pan chicken thighs are the one I come back to the most. They started as a quick “what’s in the fridge” dinner, and now they’ve become a regular part of my rotation. Here’s why I think you’ll love this simple sheet pan chicken and veggies:
- Crispy chicken and caramelized veggies – Bone-in thighs bake up with golden, crackly skin and juicy meat inside, while the vegetables turn tender with those little browned edges that make this sheet pan dinner taste so good.
- Easy one-pan dinner – Think my crispy baked chicken recipe meets oven roasted veggies. With less than 10 ingredients and just a few minutes of chopping, this one pan dinner is always easy to get in the oven on a busy night.
- Totally customizable – I first made this with the veggies I needed to use up in my fridge, but you can swap in whatever you have on hand. Just choose ones that cook in about the same amount of time.
This chicken sheet pan dinner is a complete meal on its own, so I often serve it all by itself, but you can add a side of rice, spaghetti squash, or even steak fries if you want a more filling side to go with it. Make it with me, and you’ll see why it’s one of my easiest one pan meals!
Reader Review
“I’ve made this several times now. It’s a seriously easy recipe and the chicken comes out juicy and cooked to perfection every single time!” –Rebecca
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Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my chicken thigh sheet pan dinner recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
- Chicken Thighs – I used large bone-in skin-on chicken thighs for my chicken sheet pan dinner. Count on two per serving if you use smaller ones. You can swap in boneless chicken thighs or even chicken breasts if you prefer, but they’ll cook faster.
- Veggies – I went with broccoli, bell peppers, and mushrooms because that’s what I had fresh, but this recipe is super flexible. Cauliflower, zucchini, onions, carrots, parsnips, green beans, or even potatoes all work. Just keep in mind that root veggies need to be cut smaller so they cook evenly, and softer veggies like zucchini or green beans should go on the pan in the last 10–15 minutes so they don’t turn mushy.
- Olive Oil – Avocado oil or any neutral cooking oil works just as well.
- Lemon Juice – I used bottled lemon juice for convenience. I’ve also tried balsamic vinegar instead and it’s delicious when you want a hint of sweetness.
- Seasonings – I used Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, which are my most used spices. You can change it up with lemon pepper, fajita seasoning, or even Cajun for a kick. If your blend already has salt, cut back on the extra salt. Sometimes I even finish it off with parmesan, feta, or a sprinkle of parsley for more flavor.
How To Make Sheet Pan Chicken And Veggies
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
- Season the veggies. Chop the vegetables and place them into a large bowl. Add the olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Season the chicken. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Brush the mixture onto the chicken using a basting brush.
- Roast the sheet pan chicken thighs and veggies. Arrange the veggies on a large baking sheet, and place the chicken on top. Pop in the oven, until the chicken is cooked through.
My Recipe Tips
- Don’t crowd the veggies, or they’ll steam instead of roast. Use a large pan (or two pans), so everything gets those browned edges. The pan I used in my pictures here is actually a little too small and I usually pick a larger one to give the vegetables more space.
- I highly recommend cooking sheet pan chicken thighs to 170 degrees F. They’re safe at 165 degrees F, but a little extra time makes the dark meat more juicy and tender. I like using an alarm thermometer like this, so it beeps when it’s ready, but a regular meat thermometer works.
- For extra crispy chicken skin: Sprinkle a little baking powder over the skin before baking, and place the pan under the broiler for a couple minutes at the end. Just keep a close eye so it doesn’t burn.
- The ideal size and timing for your vegetables depends on the type. Root veggies (like carrots, parsnips, or potatoes) take longer, so I cut them into smaller pieces to ensure they cook through. Softer veggies (like zucchini or green beans) cook faster, so I add those to the pan in the last 10-15 minutes to keep them from getting mushy.
- Take it up a notch with a sauce: When I want to make this chicken sheet pan dinner feel a little more special, a drizzle of tahini sauce, basil pesto, or balsamic glaze takes it over the top.
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs (With Veggies)
These sheet pan chicken thighs are one of my best, easiest sheet pan dinners, with crispy, juicy chicken and tender veggies all in one dish.
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Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
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Place the chopped vegetables into a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
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Arrange the veggies on a large baking sheet. Set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
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Brush the chicken thighs with the olive oil and spice mixture. Place them over the vegetables on the sheet pan.
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Roast the sheet pan chicken thighs and veggies in the oven for 40-45 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. (I recommend an internal temperature of 170 degrees F (77 degrees C) for dark meat like chicken thighs, which makes the meat more tender than the minimum safe temp of 165 degrees F.)
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 large chicken thigh + ~1 cup vegetables
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get extra crispy skin, the juiciest chicken inside, and perfectly roasted veggies.
- Storage: I keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, and they stay fresh for up to 4-5 days.
- Meal prep: You can season the chicken in advance, anywhere from 30 minutes to 24 hours. I also often cut the vegetables ahead of time. Another option is to cook the whole recipe and portion into meal prep containers for easy lunches.
- Reheat: I usually pop this back in the oven at 350 degrees F, or air fry. The microwave works when you’re short on time, but the skin won’t be crispy.
- Freeze: Let everything cool completely, then freeze for up to 3 months.
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22 Comments
David
0I only have skinless/boneless chicken thighs. How would you adapt the recipe for that?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi David, You can make it the same way, the only different is sheet pan boneless chicken thighs will cook faster. You’ll still want to aim for 170 degrees F, and I’d start checking 10 minutes earlier. Please let me know how they turn out!
Tia Acevedo
0Recipe was good I changed it a little and used delicata squash, carrots, zucchini, yellow pepper. I also cooked it at a lower heat 325 for 1 1/2 hour. Then I had to drain the fat off of the sheet pan.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Thank you for sharing, Tia! Those veggies sound great. The liquid you had to drain was likely not fat but came from the vegetables, especially due to the lower heat. I’d recommend higher heat next time as written in the recipe and then you shouldn’t need to drain anything.
Stacy
0Can you omit the lemon juice? Just wondering if it takes away from the final dish. It’s the only thing I don’t have on hand – LOL.
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Stacy, You can omit it if you like. Let me know how it turns out!
Mary
0Covered cooking?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Mary, No, I recommend roasting this sheet pan chicken dinner uncovered.
Cindy Green
0Would make the chicken separate from the veggies. I would roast but separately.
Rebeca
0Really tasty chicken seasoning and overall a great colorful, tasty, multi-textured low carb easy peasy dinner. Thank you!
Susan
0I didn’t have mushrooms so I used red pepper, carrots, onion with the chicken thighs. Seasoning was very good and it was a quick and delicious meal. Thank you!
Julie Conroy
0Mushroom allergy – what can I substitute? Sweet potato? Would that change the cooking time?
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0Hi Julie, That should work for this recipe.
Bonnie
0I have used this recipe five times now and love it each time. I have to watch my sodium intake so I use much less salt but it still tastes great.
April
0Sounds really good. Can’t wait to try it. I’ll let you know how It tastes after I make it. Soon!
Shelby
0I normally use chicken breasts for sheet pan meals but this thigh version came out so juicy and tasty that I’m definitely not going back!
Polly
0Thanks for posting this comment; that’s what I currently have on hand. Did you have to adjust the time or temperature?
Betsey Philyaw
0This was delicious and so easy to make! I used carrots and mushrooms, along with some baby potatoes I had cooked earlier in the week. I mixed the veggies with s&p and olive oil directly in the sheet pan on parchment to use less dishes. I always roast my veggies that way. Then put the thighs on top of the veggies and covered them with the lemon juice oil mixture. Easy cleanup! Even better that I was able to slap this together on a Friday night when I don’t normally want to cook. It is perfect for a cool spring evening. Thank you for sharing! This now a go to recipe in my house!
Rebecca
0I’ve made this several times now. It’s a seriously easy recipe and the chicken comes out juicy and cooked to perfection every single time! Thanks for such a great recipe!
Jenn
0I loved all the veggies in this dish! All on one sheet pan – wow, cleanup was so easy and the flavors were delish!
Addison
0Such an easy dinner for the whole family! Great as leftovers too.
Lisa
0This is a new staple recipe for easy weeknight dinners. I’m a huge fan of sheet pan meals for busy days.