Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli
This one-pan meal combines juicy chicken breasts (or thighs) with tender roasted sweet potatoes and crisp broccoli, all seasoned with garlic, herbs, and olive oil.Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a healthy dinner without extra cleanup.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 35–40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
3–4 chicken breasts or thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Vegetables
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Extras
Lemon wedges for serving
Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes
Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Spread on one side of the sheet pan.
3. Prepare Chicken
Rub chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Place on the sheet pan next to sweet potatoes.
4. Roast
Roast 15 minutes.
Then, add broccoli florets, tossed with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, to the sheet pan.
Roast another 10–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (74°C / 165°F) and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Serve
Slice chicken if desired.
Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs.
Serve hot straight from the sheet pan.
Tips for Best Results
Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking.
Don’t overcrowd the pan — use two pans if necessary.
Broccoli cooks faster than sweet potatoes — adding it later prevents overcooking.
Optional: drizzle balsamic glaze over vegetables for extra flavor.
For crispy chicken skin (if using thighs with skin), broil 2 minutes at the end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes — store in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
Q: Can I use frozen broccoli?
Yes — add a few extra minutes of roasting.
Q: Can I make it spicy?
Add ½ tsp chili powder or smoked paprika to the chicken and veggies.
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes — bone-in or boneless thighs work; adjust cooking time to 35–40 minutes if bone-in.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 28g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 6g