Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes
Tender chicken thighs roasted with fresh herbs and sweet cherry tomatoes until golden and juicy. This american ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh 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
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Rub mixture evenly over chicken thighs.
- Step 3: Arrange chicken and 1 cup cherry tomatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and tomatoes are blistered.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes 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 Sheet Pan Air-Fried Herb Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
American american 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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
