Sheet Pan Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables

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A hearty Dominican chicken stew-inspired sheet pan dish featuring tender chicken thighs and colorful root vegetables infused with aromatic spices. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Caribbean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 6 chicken thighs with 4 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp adobo seasoning, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Add to the bowl 1 large sliced onion, 1 large sliced bell pepper, 2 peeled and cubed potatoes (1-inch), and 2 peeled and chopped carrots (1-inch). Toss together with 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1 tbsp lime juice to coat all ingredients.
  3. Step 3: Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through, until the chicken skin is crisp and vegetables are tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Spoon pan juices over the chicken and vegetables for extra flavor.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables?

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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables?

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 Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Dominican-Style Pollo Guisado with Root Vegetables?

Caribbean chicken 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.

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