Simple and Delicious Sheet Pan Meals

PHOTO BY ANNA SHVETS

Sheet pan meals are a game changer for busy weeknights. You can whip up a delicious, balanced dinner with minimal prep and cleanup. Toss your favorite proteins and veggies on one pan, season them up, and let the oven do the work.

Whether it’s a combination of chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli or shrimp, asparagus, and bell peppers, these meals are as versatile as they are easy. Say goodbye to complicated recipes and hello to stress-free cooking!

Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon and Veggies

This dish brings together juicy salmon and vibrant veggies for a quick, healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 salmon filets
• 1 cup green beans
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. On a sheet pan, arrange salmon and veggies.
3. Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic over everything.
4. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.

Check out this recipe variation:

Sheet Pan Fajita Chicken

Sheet Pan Fajita Chicken is a simple, flavorful meal that brings the taste of fajitas to your table.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fajita seasoning
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the chicken, bell pepper, and onion in olive oil and fajita seasoning.
3. Spread the mixture evenly on a sheet pan.
4. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Serve with tortillas or over rice for a complete meal.

Check out this recipe:

Sheet Pan Sausage and Vegetables

Sheet pan sausage and root vegetables make for an easy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound sausage (your choice)
• 2 cups assorted vegetables
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Slice the sausage and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
3. Toss everything on a sheet pan with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes.

Here’s a variation of this recipe: