Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary
Juicy chicken thighs roasted with sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic rosemary, all on one pan for effortless cooking. This french-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs cherry tomatoes, olive oil, finely chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 8 (bone-in, skin-on, 6 oz total) chicken thighs
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper. Place in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- Step 2: Toss cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, 1 tsp rosemary, and 1/4 tsp salt. Arrange around chicken.
- Step 3: Drizzle remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and balsamic vinegar over chicken. Scatter remaining rosemary on top.
- Step 4: Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 30 minutes until chicken skin is golden brown and tomatoes are bursting.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 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 Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary?
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 Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary?
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 Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary 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 Roasted Chicken Thighs with Cherry Tomatoes & Rosemary?
French 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.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
