Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes
Juicy chicken thighs roasted alongside cherry tomatoes and herbs until golden, with a simple pan sauce from the pan drippings. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 38 minutes pairs skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, olive oil 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, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, smashed garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dried thyme.
- Step 2: Arrange 1.5 lbs chicken thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Scatter 2 cups cherry tomatoes and 4 smashed garlic cloves around the chicken.
- Step 3: Roast in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken skin is crisp and golden, tomatoes are burst and slightly caramelized, and internal temperature reaches 165°F when checked with a thermometer.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 38 minutes (10 min prep + 28 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 Herb-Roasted 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 cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Herb-Roasted 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 Herb-Roasted 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 Herb-Roasted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes?
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
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
