Sheet Pan Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted on a sheet pan with garlic, fresh parsley, and a medley of colorful vegetables for a simple, flavorful dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs (about 1.5 lbs) bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, minced garlic cloves 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 6 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice to make a garlic-parsley marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in chicken thighs on a large rimmed baking sheet and toss with half the marinade, rubbing it thoroughly under the skin and on the surface.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 10 baby carrots, 1 medium red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 medium yellow onion cut into wedges around the chicken. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crispy, and vegetables are tender, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F on the chicken.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing juices to redistribute and flavors to meld.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted 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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted 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 Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted Vegetables 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 Garlic-Parsley Chicken with Roasted Vegetables?

Mediterranean 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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