Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes on a plate

Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Easy

Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes

This sheet pan chicken and potatoes dinner roasts everything together with herbs for an easy, mostly hands-off meal ready in about 40 minutes.

10Prep min
35Cook min
45Total min
  • 6bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1.5 lbsbaby potatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1 teaspoondried rosemary or Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 1lemon, sliced
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2Toss the potatoes with half the olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper, and spread on the sheet pan.
  3. 3Rub the chicken thighs with the remaining oil and seasoning, then nestle among the potatoes, topping with lemon slices.
  4. 4Roast for 30-35 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F and the potatoes are golden and fork-tender.
  5. 5Serve the chicken and potatoes straight from the pan.

Make it yours

  • Add carrots or Brussels sprouts to the pan.
  • Use chicken drumsticks instead of thighs.
  • Swap rosemary for smoked paprika for a different flavor profile.

Good with

  • A simple green salad
  • Crusty bread
  • Steamed green beans

Good questions, answered.

How do I keep the chicken skin crispy?

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning and roast at a high temperature without crowding the pan.

Can I use boneless chicken thighs?

Yes, they'll cook a bit faster, so check for doneness starting around 22-25 minutes.