Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli
A hearty one-pan meal with tender chicken thighs, caramelized sweet potatoes, and crisp broccoli, seasoned with rosemary and thyme for sustained energy. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 35 minutes pairs head (1.5 cups, florets) broccoli, olive oil, dried rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (bone-in, skin-on, 1.5 lbs) chicken thighs
- 2 medium (2 cups, diced 1/2-inch) sweet potatoes
- 1 head (1.5 cups, florets) broccoli
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes and broccoli with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Pat chicken dry, season with 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; arrange on top of vegetables.
- Step 3: Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and vegetables are golden and tender, basting twice with pan juices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli?
American sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.