This healthy one-pan chicken and veggies recipe is made in the oven. All you need is a baking sheet, some apples, chicken, and your fav veggies!
Easy One Pan Chicken Dinner Idea
Everything you need to make a healthy dinner is in this recipe. Yes, everything! It has the entree and the side dish all on one pan. I'm all about easy clean-up and one step, and that's exactly what this recipe has.
This is a mild recipe that is super easy to customize. I love how naturally sweet and earthy rosemary and thyme are when you use them together. Then, add in the Fuji apples and the aromatic onions and you have a meal that will make your stomach grumble as it bakes!
This recipe checks all the boxes! It's super tasty, really easy, and full of healthy foods! What could be better than this?
Ingredients Needed For This Chicken And Veggies Dinner
I used all whole and fresh ingredients in this recipe and you can taste the difference! The best part is, it doesn't take any longer to use fresh ingredients. Here is a bit more information about what I used:
- Sweet Potatoes: I used two large sweet potatoes. Make sure and cut them up all the same size or else you will have some pieces burn while others are undercooked.
- Apples: For the entire pan, I used 3 apples and diced them up. Fuji are the best-tasting apples to roast.
- Brussel Sprouts: Slice them in half - I used about a pound in my recipe.
- Onion: Use your favorite type of onion, red onions have the boldest flavor. Dice the entire onion into chunks.
- Chicken Thighs: Use 7 thighs with bone-in and skin-on.
- Olive Oil: Use just enough to sprinkle on all the ingredients. I used about ⅓ cup.
- Red Wine Vinegar: This is also for the dressing that will flavor the food. Use ¼ cup.
- Garlic: If you really enjoy the taste and aroma of garlic you can use more. I minced 2 garlic cloves.
- Rosemary: Fresh rosemary will taste the best in this recipe. Dice it up really small.
- Thyme: The freshest thyme will have the most flavor. Use one tablespoon of diced thyme.
- Salt and Pepper: Use as much as you like to season the ingredients.
Kitchen Tools Required For This Sheet Pan Dinner
This recipe uses very basic kitchen tools. Here is what I used:
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Instant-Read Food Thermometer
For measuring, you will need ⅓ cup, ¼ cup, 1 tablespoon, and 1 teaspoon.
How To Make An Easy Chicken And Veggies One Pan Dinner
This recipe is incredibly simple! In fact, after you make it one time, you will probably have the recipe memorized.
First, preheat the oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If you don't have parchment paper, make sure you prepare the baking sheet with some kind of baking spray or use aluminum foil.
Next, add all of the chopped veggies (sweet potato, apple, brussel sprouts, red onion) to the baking sheet.
In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. This is going to be the flavorful dressing that you pour on top of the chicken, fruit, and vegetables.
Pour half of the dressing over the veggies and toss them on the pan until they are all coated.
Add the 7 chicken thighs on top of the veggies.
Distribute the remaining oil mixture on top of the thighs, massaging it in to coat them evenly.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165F. Broil for an additional 5 minutes to get extra crispy skin.
Serve immediately!
Recipe Tips
Below are some common one-pan dinner questions. Don't see the answer you're looking for? Leave a comment at the bottom of this post!
What are the best types of veggies to bake in a one pan dinner?
Have fun with this recipe and use any veggie that you know will roast on the baking sheet. You could use some baby carrots or winter squash on the tray with it.
Just make sure you don't use veggies that will overcook too quickly. Summer squash and tomatoes are soft and will burn while the chicken isn't even fully cooked yet. Use firm/tough veggies instead.
Why are fresh herbs better for baking and roasting?
Fresh herbs are the best choice for baking and roasting because as the heat increases, the herbs release their flavor into the meat and vegetables. Dried herbs will work in a pinch if you don't have fresh ones, but try to use fresh if you can. You will taste a difference.
Can I use frozen vegetables?
I do not advise using frozen vegetables for roasting. Frozen meats and veggies will alter the cooking time and release water, which will change how much flavor it has.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free!
Substitution Tip
Wondering if you can use a different type of meat and vegetables? There are a few ways you can!
Instead of chicken thighs, use chicken breasts or pork loin. You might have to adjust the cooking times. Always use a food thermometer to make sure your meat is fully cooked before you serve it.
The apples are optional. If you don't have Fuji apples, you can use other firm and sweet varieties, such as Gala or Pink Lady.
Try this recipe with different types of vegetables too. Here are a few different types that I think will also work really well:
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Carrots
- White Potato
- Winter Squash
Storing leftovers
This recipe is the perfect thing to use in your meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 5 days.
If you liked this recipe, you'll want to try these!
Here are some more of my favorite chicken recipes. Enjoy!
- Healthy Baked Chicken Parmesan
- One Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta
- One Pan Honey Mustard Chicken Dinner
- Healthy Chicken Nuggets
- Healthy BBQ Chicken Thighs
Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa
Fall One-Pan Chicken and Veggies Dinner
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add all chopped veggies (sweet potato, apple, brussel sprouts, red onion) to a pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour half over the veggies and toss them on the pan until all coated.
- Add the 7 chicken thighs on top of the veggies.
- Distribute the remaining oil mixture on top of the thighs, massaging it in to coat them evenly.
- Place in oven and bake for 35-45 minutes or until internal temperature reads 165F. Broil for an additional 5 minutes to get extra crispy skin.
- Serve immediately!
Liz C says
Just finished making/eating this and I am so happy with how it turned out. These types of meals always intimidated me, but this recipe was easy to follow with delicious results. Definitely making again!
Erin says
Hi Liz, I am so glad you loved it!!
Julia says
Omg! DELICIOUS! Will be adding this to my rotation of meals. East, healthy but so tasty.
Erin says
Hi Julia, so happy you loved it!!
Meredith Keller says
Love this so much!! We made after a long tournament weekend of hockey and eating out. This was perfect & healthy. Had to make two sheets worth but it loved by all
Erin says
Hi Meredith, I am so glad you loved it so much!!
Emily says
This was SO good! My boyfriend described it as the best chicken he has ever had!
Erin says
Hi Emily, so glad you both liked it!
Sabrina E says
Absolutely delicious! Such a quick and easy dinner! We used boneless, skinless chicken thighs and all dried herbs and it was perfect!
Erin says
Hi Sabrina, so happy you loved it and made it your own!!
Lindsey says
Made this with chicken breasts instead of thighs and came out perfectly!! Was a lot of food that could easily feed a family with leftovers.
Erin says
Hi Lindsey, so happy you loved it!!
Lauren says
I’ve been following Erin on Instagram for a while but this is the first time I’ve actually made one of her recipes and we were not disappointed! This recipe is so simple to prepare and cook, but the flavor is so abundant you’d think it took much more work. The skin on the chicken gets so nice and crispy, and the flavors of the dressing, apples and veggies mix so well together. I’ll definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotation.
Erin says
Hi Lauren, I am so glad you loved the recipe so much! Thanks for your support!! 🙂
Jill says
WOW! I literally put my plate down & picked up my phone to leave this review. DELICIOUS. Slip into a sweater, make this meal, sip a cider and be ready for ALL THE FALL FEELS. Literally so tasty and seasonal. 12/10.
Erin says
Hi Jill, so happy you loved it and YES! Fall is here!!
Stacy W. says
This was delicious!! I love a good one pan meal. I have already shared with recipe with my mom and friends!!
Erin says
Hi Stacy, so happy you enjoyed it! 🙂
Elizabeth Parise says
Made this meal yesterday and it was so good! My husband loved it!!
Erin says
Hi Elizabeth, I am so glad you loved it!!
Steph says
SO delicious and easy to make meal prepping for the week!! The bone in chicken is so tender and just falls apart as you cut it. The fall veggies all compliment each other so well.
Erin says
Hi Steph, I am so glad you enjoyed it!!
Jackie says
Finally feels like fall in New York and this was the perfect dinner. Easy to prep and delicious, my husband loved the apples!
Erin says
Hi Jackie, so glad you loved it!!
Casey Colodny says
Made this for a friend feeling under the weather and they couldnt stop raving about it! super easy to make as well, thinking next time i'll try asparaqus and portobella?
Erin says
Hi Casey, so glad you both loved it and great idea! You can always mix up what veggies you use!!
Sammi says
Made this for dinner tonight and if I could give it 10 stars I would! Simple but delicious and perfect for these chillier days!
Erin says
Hi Sammi, so glad you loved it! 🙂
Miranda Bates says
This was such an easy, delicious dinner! The oil, vinegar, herb mixture was divine! It will be added to my rotation for easy marinades for sure. Thanks for a great fall dinner!
Erin says
Hi Miranda, so happy you loved it!!
Mary Kate Bowe says
I absolutely loved making and enjoying this meal! I highly recommend it. It is perfect for the fall season and it is packed with delicious flavors and vegetables! Such an easy meal to throw together! Thank you Erin!
Erin says
Hi Mary Kate, so happy you enjoyed it!! 🙂
Amanda Ferrari says
Such amazing flavor and I love that it’s all in one pan! Would highly recommend!!!
Erin says
Hi Amanda, I am so happy you loved it!!
Hannah N says
Another amazing recipe on the ELW site! An easy sheet pan dinner is a way to my heart, and Erin has made her way there again with this one! The dressing is so delicious and pairs beautifully with the veggies and chicken. Thanks so much Erin!!
Erin says
Hi Hannah, so glad you loved it!!
Kelly says
I made these veggies for dinner tonight and they were great! I would have never thought of apples for dinner!
Erin says
Hi Kelly, so glad you enjoyed them!!
Alex P says
I made the recipe tonight for dinner and oh my goodness, amazing! I used broccoli and carrots in place of the Brussel sprouts and chicken breast unseat of thighs. The flavor is amazing. My husband walked in from work and said he could smell dinner outside. And my two year old ate it all!!
Can’t wait to make it again!
Erin says
Hi Alex, I am so glad everyone loved it!! 🙂