Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas

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A hearty sheet pan chicken dish infused with warm spices and tender chickpeas, perfect for a flavorful and easy game day meal. This middle eastern-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs skin-on bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, smoked paprika 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 4 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, whisking until well blended.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs and 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas to the bowl. Toss thoroughly until the chicken and chickpeas are evenly coated in the spice mixture.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up on a large rimmed sheet pan, spreading the chickpeas around them in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken skin is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven, let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 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 Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas?

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 Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas?

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 Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas 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 Spiced Game Day Sheet Pan Chicken with Chickpeas?

Middle Eastern 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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