Sheet Pan Chicken with Green Beans and Potatoes is a simple, all-in-one meal that’s easy to prepare, flavorful, and requires minimal cleanup. Everything cooks together on a single sheet pan, letting the chicken juices season the vegetables.
Key Features
- Protein: Chicken (breasts, thighs, or drumsticks)
- Vegetables: Green beans and potatoes are common, but carrots, bell peppers, or onions can be added
- Seasoning: Olive oil, garlic, herbs (rosemary, thyme, or parsley), salt, pepper, and optional paprika or lemon zest
- Cooking Style: Roasted in the oven until the chicken is juicy and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized
Basic Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 1 lb small potatoes (Yukon Gold or red potatoes), halved or quartered
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme (or fresh sprigs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: paprika, lemon slices, or chili flakes for extra flavor
Simple Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss potatoes with 1–2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and half of the garlic. Spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 15–20 minutes until they start to soften.
- Toss green beans with a little olive oil, salt, pepper, and the remaining garlic.
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. Optional: sprinkle paprika for color.
- Add chicken and green beans to the sheet pan with partially roasted potatoes. Arrange in a single layer.
- Roast 25–30 more minutes, until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and potatoes are tender.
- Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness on chicken and potatoes.
- Serve hot, straight from the pan.
This dish is healthy, balanced, and highly customizable, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
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