Description
Indulge in this easy and flavorful sheet pan chicken thighs recipe that brings the warmth of home-cooked meals to your table. With juicy, seasoned chicken thighs paired with vibrant vegetables, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. Enjoy crispy skin and tender meat, all while keeping cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Pat dry chicken thighs and season them with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Chop mixed vegetables into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange chicken on one side of a sheet pan; place the seasoned vegetables on the other side in a single layer.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken thighs in garlic and herbs beforehand. Feel free to swap out vegetables based on what's in season or your family's preferences—potatoes and carrots also work well here. To enhance the dish further, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving can brighten all the flavors.