Easy Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies for Busy Weeknights

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Busy weeknights often leave little time for cooking, but easy meals can still be delicious. Sheet pan chicken and veggies come together quickly, requiring minimal prep and cleanup.

These dishes not only save time but also allow for endless customization based on what’s in season or in the fridge.

Chicken, Broccoli & Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner

A cozy one-pan meal with simple ingredients and easy cleanup.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
• 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: ¼ cup pecans, ¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast 15 min.
3. Toss chicken and broccoli with remaining oil and spices.
4. Add to pan, roast 20–25 min. Top with optional add-ins.

For the complete recipe, check the following post:

Chicken Fajitas

This simple sheet pan chicken fajita recipe brings bold flavor with minimal prep.

Ingredients:

• Chicken breasts, cut into strips
• Bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Toss chicken and bell peppers with olive oil and seasonings.
3. Spread on a sheet pan in a single layer.
4. Roast for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

Here’s another variation of this recipe:

Chicken & Carrot Sheet Pan Dinner

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 3 cups fresh carrot sticks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
3. Toss the carrot sticks with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Arrange the chicken and carrots on a sheet pan in a single layer.
5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender.

Here’s a video tutorial: