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43 Delicious Dinners That Prove You Can Make Almost Anything On A Sheet Pan

One-pan dinners FTW!

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ramen noodles, chicken, and broccoli baked on a sheet pan
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

We’re always singing the praises of a one-pan dinner (we even wrote a cookbook about it). A lot of the time, that means a meal that comes together all in one pot or skillet, but not always. Sometimes (the BEST times, tbh), it means one that comes together all on one sheet-pan. Why the best, you ask? Because all you have to do is toss everything into the oven, then go and relax. Thanks to these 43 easy sheet-pan dinners, when that oven timer dings, you’ve got your sides AND main done all at once (and with WAY less dishes). On busy weeknights, we can’t think of anything better.

You can also make almost anything on a sheet-pan, from proteins to pasta. Craving chicken? Check out our chicken shawarma sheet-pan dinner, our za'atar sheet-pan chicken, our sheet-pan tikka masala, or our sheet-pan harissa chicken & sweet potatoes. More of a seafood fan? Our sheet-pan garlicky shrimp & veggies, our baked salmon, our sheet-pan shrimp boil, and our garlic butter salmon & asparagus are for you. Dying for some red meat? Our sheet-pan pork chops with apples and our sheet-pan balsamic steak & potatoes are way easier to make than trying to get the perfect sear on a grill pan or on the stove.

We’ve even got some recipes here that are great for game night, or just a night you want to eat in front of the tv (we’ve ALL been there). For those times, our crispy sheet-pan black bean tacos, our sheet-pan green chile chicken nachos, our sheet-pan chicken fajitas, or our sheet-pan crispy ramen are the best.

The greatest thing about all these recipes? They are extremely versatile. Take the sauce from one, swap it into another, and use whatever veggies you’ve got around. These are supposed to take a load off you, so make them work with what you got.

1

Sheet-Pan Crispy Ramen

ramen noodles, chicken, and broccoli baked on a sheet pan
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Sheet-pan crispy ramen takes your favorite noodle dish and gives it a textural twist. Chicken thighs are coated in a stir-fry sauce and charred alongside broccoli, snow peas, and scallions, then broiled alongside ramen noodles to crisp everything up and create a golden, caramelized masterpiece.

Get the Sheet-Pan Crispy Ramen recipe.

2

Sheet-Pan Roasted Red Onion Chicken

paprika dusted chicken roasted on a bed of herby sliced red onions and whole garlic cloves then topped with an umami rich, spoonable sauce made from chicken fat roasted, charred onions, butter, sweet white vinegar, and crushed red pepper
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

The real magic in this sheet-pan dinner is in the savory-sweet, spoonable sauce that the onions transform into. Blending the chicken fat-roasted, charred onions with butter, sweet white vinegar, and crushed red pepper yields a creamy, umami-rich sauce that makes the chicken even more succulent.

Get the Sheet-Pan Roasted Red Onion Chicken recipe.

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3

Chicken Shawarma Sheet-Pan Dinner

strips of chicken thigh are marinated in greek yogurt, cumin, coriander, and paprika, roasted on a sheet pan with red onion, then topped with a bright cucumber tomato salad and herby tahini yogurt dressing
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

In this chicken shawarma sheet-pan dinner strips of chicken thigh are marinated in Greek yogurt, cumin, coriander, and paprika, roasted on a sheet pan with red onion, then topped with a bright cucumber-tomato salad and plenty of herby tahini yogurt dressing.

Get the Chicken Shawarma Sheet-Pan Dinner recipe.

4

Lunch Lady Sheet-Pan Pizza

herby pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni baked on that signature thick and fluffy crust and topped with a sprinkle of italian seasoning
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Our version of school pizza day includes instant yeast dough, herby pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni baked on a sheet tray until you can see melty cheese and that signature thick and fluffy crust.

Get the Lunch Lady Sheet-Pan Pizza recipe.

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5

Stuffed Banana Peppers

banana peppers stuffed with pork and beef on a sheet pan topped with melted cheese
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This recipe is handy for when you don't really want a lot of active cooking time. Once you've got your peppers, everything is very straightforward—you mix everything in a bowl, stuff the peppers, and into the oven they go.

Get the Stuffed Banana Peppers recipe.

6

Sheet-Pan Roasted Halloumi & Broccolini

roasted halloumi and broccolini with a pesto sauce on a sheet pan
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

In this recipe, we use a blazing oven to char the halloumi and broccolini, leading to a savory crunch that plays the perfect counterpoint to the creamy, herby, and tart gremolata sauce dolloped on top.

Get the Sheet-Pan Roasted Halloumi & Broccolini recipe.

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7

Baked Salmon

baked salmon with lemon slices and herbs
PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This baked salmon is the best way to feed a crowd. There's no skillet cooking at all—everything is oven-baked in foil, making prep and cleanup a breeze. Citrusy and herbaceous, we believe it might just be the best baked salmon recipe.

Get the Baked Salmon recipe.

8

Sheet Pan Quesadillas

tortillas filled with meat and cheese on a sheet pan
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Look, quesadillas are great, but they're a bit time-consuming to make for a hungry crowd...unless you make them on a sheet pan! After trying these, it's safe to say we'll never go back to making regular quesadillas again.

Get the Sheet-Pan Quesadillas recipe.

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9

Sheet-Pan Miso Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

bone in chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, and shallots get smothered with miso chili sauce and baked until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized and the chicken is juicy and golden brown
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

In this one-pan recipe, bone-in chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, and shallots get smothered with miso-chili sauce and baked until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized and the chicken is juicy and golden brown.

Get the Sheet-Pan Miso Chicken & Sweet Potatoes recipe.

10

Sheet-Pan Frittata

sheet pan frittata
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you're looking for the easiest way to make brunch (or brinner) for a crowd, then this sheet-pan frittata is the answer. Just like our classic frittata, this recipe is completely customizable.

Get the Sheet-Pan Frittata recipe.

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11

Sheet Pan Bibimbap

sheet pan bimbimbap
LUCY SCHAEFFER

Though traditionally each individual item would be cooked separately, then placed on a fluffy bowl of white rice, by using a sheet tray, we're eliminating half that work. We arranged mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, and marinated beef on a sheet tray, but you could sub in more or less of pretty much anything you want!

Get the Sheet Pan Bibimbap recipe.

12

Sheet-Pan Garlicky Shrimp & Veggies

garlicky shrimp and veggies baked on a sheet pan
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This recipe combines well-seasoned shrimp with red bell peppers, broccoli, and onions for a quick and easy dinner ready in a little more than 30 minutes. Not only is it so simple to throw together, it's extremely versatile.

Get the Sheet-Pan Garlicky Shrimp & Veggies recipe.

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13

Sheet-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon & Asparagus

sheet pan garlic butter salmon and asparagus with lemon
PHOTO: KATE JORDAN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Garlic and butter might be one of the greatest flavor pairings of all time. Now, garlic butter is here to save your weeknight dinner with this one-pan salmon & asparagus meal that's ready in as little as 30 minutes.

Get the Sheet-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon & Asparagus recipe.

14

Crispy Sheet-Pan Black Bean Tacos

crispy sheet pan black bean tacos on a sheet pan
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Featuring refried black beans stuffed inside a crunchy corn tortilla, this irresistible cross between a taco and a sheet-pan quesadilla will make any weeknight feel like an all-out fiesta.

Get the Crispy Sheet-Pan Black Bean Tacos recipe.

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15

Za'atar Sheet-Pan Chicken

za'atar sheet pan chicken
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, broccoli, and red onion are all tossed in a simple olive oil, lemon juice, and za’atar marinade, then roasted to crispy, schmaltzy perfection. To kick it up another notch, we’re drizzling it all in a creamy tahini sauce to finish it off.

Get the Za'atar Sheet-Pan Chicken recipe.

16

Sheet-Pan Italian Subs

sheet pan italian subs
Andrew bui

Overlapping the bread slices means you can fit more onto the sheet pan, and don’t worry—the melty Provolone and pressing these down makes sure they still hold together. Serve them as full size sandwiches, or slice 'em up for more servings and ease of portability.

Get the Sheet-Pan Italian Subs recipe.

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17

Sheet-Pan Thanksgiving Dinner

turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, and green beans on a sheet pan
PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

This sheet-pan dinner is a feast that’s as cozy as it is convenient, bringing together the classics with a few flavorful twists. The beauty of this meal lies in its simplicity—everything roasts together on just one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

Get the Sheet-Pan Thanksgiving Dinner recipe.

18

BBQ Sheet Pan Chicken

bbq sheet pan chicken with sweet potatoes and broccoli
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Missing summertime grilling, but stuck somewhere cold and wintery? Make this sheet pan dinner—it's got some hearty cold weather faves like broccoli and sweet potatoes, plus BBQ sauce-slathered chicken that'll remind you of better times grilling outside.

Get the BBQ Sheet Pan Chicken recipe.

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19

Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Chicken

citrus glazed chicken
Lucy Schaeffer

Marinated thighs get roasted right alongside Brussels sprouts, making this one of our favorite low-effort chicken weeknight dinners with a very high reward.

Get the Sheet Pan Citrus-Glazed Chicken recipe.

20

Sheet-Pan Spanakopita Quesadillas

sheet pan spanakopita quesadillas
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This mashup recipe combines the savory spinach filling from classic Greek spanakopita and the format and toppings of a great quesadilla. It's reimagined on a sheet pan and is perfect for a crowd.

Get the Sheet-Pan Spanakopita Quesadillas recipe.

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