Go Back
+ servings

Savory Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs for Easy Weeknight Feasts

A delightful recipe for Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs that guarantees easy preparation and a flavorful meal for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • ¼ cup olive oil for marinade and drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups bell peppers any color, chopped
  • 1 large red onion cut into sections
  • 2 cups zucchini sliced
  • 2 cups carrots sliced
Optional Add-in
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary
  • 1 lemon wedges for squeezing

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Resealable Freezer Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 teaspoon of thyme until well combined.
  2. Place chicken thighs into a large resealable freezer bag. Pour marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and carrots. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss.
  5. Arrange marinated chicken on one sheet pan and spread vegetables on another. Ensure they are not crowded.
  6. Bake both pans in the oven for 50 to 60 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
  7. Serve hot, combining chicken and vegetables on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!