Sheet Pan Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
Succulent chicken thighs roasted with sweet potatoes and bell peppers in a smoky harissa spice blend, all on one sheet for minimal cleanup. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (mediterranean) ready in about 45 minutes pairs seeded and cubed (4 oz) red bell pepper, olive oil, harissa paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 (1 lb), peeled and cubed sweet potatoes
- 1, seeded and cubed (4 oz) red bell pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and red bell pepper with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, season chicken thighs with paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. In a small bowl, mix harissa paste with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 4: After 15 minutes, push vegetables to one side of the baking sheet. Add chicken thighs to the sheet, skin-side up, and brush each with the harissa oil mixture.
- Step 5: Return to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and skin is crispy, and vegetables are tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes?
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 Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes?
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 Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes 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 Harissa-Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes?
Mediterranean 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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
