Better Homes And Gardens Skinny One-pan Recipes 2021

Sheet Pan Beef and Sweet Potatoes with Gremolata

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We love putting a sheet pan in the oven and having a complete dinner ready all at once. These deliciously simple sheet-pan dinner recipes are endlessly customizable and perfect for busy weeknights. Whether you need a side dish or an entrée or both, there's a sheet-pan recipe for you here.

Artichoke and Cheese Chicken Breasts with Rosemary Baby Carrots

Artichoke and Cheese Chicken Breasts with Rosemary Carrots

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When it comes to easy sheet-pan chicken recipes, this one is a winner. Each chicken breast is topped with a delicious mix of artichokes and boldly flavored soft cheese. You'll also get in an easy serving of veggies when you make this sheet-pan dinner, thanks to the roasted rosemary baby carrots.

Greek Meatballs with Squash "Noodles" and Tomatoes

Greek Meatballs with Summer Squash “Noodles” and Tomatoes

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Yep, you can make "spaghetti" and meatball in a sheet pan too. This sheet-pan supper recipe swaps in squash noodles and grape tomatoes for regular pasta and roasts them until they're perfectly tender and delicious. To complete this filling one-pan meal, cook Greek-inspired ground beef (or lamb) meatballs in the same pan, then serve with crumbles of feta cheese.

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Sheet-Pan Chicken with Lemons and Green Olives

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Cooking chicken thighs is a cinch with this recipe. Roast the chicken with lemon wedges and shallots until it's golden brown, then add butter and olives to the drippings to make a delicious pan sauce. This easy sheet-pan chicken recipe is quick and will be devoured in no time.

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Roasted Vegetable and Chicken Sausage Pizza

Roasted Vegetable-Chicken Sausage Pizza

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You know what sheet pans are ideal for? Homemade pizza! You can put down the delivery menu because this sheet-pan pizza recipe is loaded with chicken sausage and veggies, and is sure to outshine all your usual take-out spots. It's piled high with mushrooms, bell peppers, dried tomatoes, and asparagus. Feel free to mix and match the toppings or add your own.

Chicken Andouille-Stuffed Peppers with Roasted Green Beans

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Say goodbye to bland weeknight dinners because this sheet-pan dinner recipe is packed with flavor. Give the brown rice and chicken andouille sausage filling fiery flavor by mixing in a dash of Cajun seasoning, then top with plenty of cheese. Roast for a tasty, mildly spicy one-pan dinner that's ready in less than an hour. It even comes with a side of roasted green beans.

Sheet-Pan Egg-Stuffed Bagels

Sheet Pan Egg-Stuffed Bagels

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For a delightfully easy sheet-pan breakfast (or breakfast for dinner) recipe, look no further than these egg-stuffed bagels. Nobody wants to clean up after a big breakfast, and this easy one-pan meal means less to wash. Top the bagels with fresh tomatoes or a drizzle of hollandaise for an impressively simple dish.

Cod and Tomatoes with Crispy Parsley Crumbs

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Have a picky-eater at your table? No sweat! This easy sheet-pan dinner is perfect for the family member who turns up their nose at veggies. Cut down on prep time by dressing the roasted tomatoes in crispy panko and fresh parsley (the same coating you'll be using for the cod fillets).

Pork Loin Chops with Potato Packets

potatoe pork loin chops

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If you prefer a one-pan dinner that's a bit more structured, try this pork chop sheet-pan recipe. You'll roast pork loin chops and potato slices in the same sheet pan, but the potatoes (and their seasoning) stay separate from the pork, cooking in a foil packet. The best part? This meat-and-potatoes meal is ready in just 40 minutes.

Roasted Sausage with Mushrooms, Squash, and Polenta

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This sheet-pan supper recipe is so easy and filling you'll want to add it to your weekly rotation immediately. Roasting uncooked Italian sausage links cuts down on prep time (just put them in the pan, no precooking needed), and cooking them together with veggies and polenta in one sheet pan makes cleanup a breeze. This full-flavored dish includes everything you need for a simple and filling weeknight dish, ready in a flash.

Chicken Fajitas in a Flash

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Put away that skillet—you can make chicken fajitas in your sheet pan! Broil chicken, bell peppers, and onions together while you prep your favorite toppers for the fastest sheet-pan fajitas recipe you've ever made.

Mini Meat Loaves, Green Beans, and Potatoes

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Meat loaf, green beans, and potatoes all in one pan? Don't mind if we do. This easy sheet-pan recipe packs a filling punch by serving up two side dishes at once. The best part? Everyone gets their own mini meatloaf—a perfect personal portion!

Lemon-Roasted Tuna and Asparagus

Lemon-Roasted Tuna Asparagus

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You don't have to rely on canned tuna if you want a quick weeknight dinner. In fact, this sheet-pan dinner starts out with fresh tuna steaks and takes only 20 minutes from start to finish. Roast the tuna with a lemon dressing and fresh asparagus, then serve with mixed greens for a super-delish dinner that's fast and healthy.

Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Tomatoes

Lemon-Herb Roasted Salmon with Broccoli and Tomatoes

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For a complete and balanced meal with little to no cleanup, try this easy sheet-pan salmon recipe. Start by roasting salmon, broccoli, and tiny grape or cherry tomatoes together in your sheet pan and you'll have a meal full of protein and veggies in no time. Serve with rice, orzo, or bread to add the grain food group to your meal.

Make-It-Mine Sheet-Pan Dinner

Make-It-Mine Sheet Pan Dinner

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Whether you want to fix a sheet-pan shrimp recipe, sheet-pan chicken recipe, or another type of protein, this meal prep strategy takes one easy formula and provides endless ways to change it up. Simply choose your protein, add 6 cups of your favorite veggies, pick a flavor combo, then roast all of it at once.

Sheet-Pan Beef and Sweet Potatoes with Gremolata

Sheet Pan Beef and Sweet Potatoes with Gremolata

Credit: Jacob Fox

For an exceptionally easy sheet-pan dinner, try this recipe. With only 15 minutes of prep time, the sweet potatoes and beef go straight into the oven to roast together, and it all gets topped with a fresh parsley gremolata. This is a delicious and filling weeknight dinner that's sure to please the whole family.

Ginger Shrimp and Vegetables

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Forget orange chicken and try this Asian-inspired, citrus-infused shrimp sheet-pan recipe tonight. You need just one sheet pan to make the entire quick and easy seafood dinner, which is perfect for special occasions and weeknights alike.

Pesto-Stuffed Pork Chops

Pesto-Stuffed Pork Chop

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Yes, pork chops are a dinnertime staple, but have you tried them stuffed with pesto, pine nuts, and feta cheese? This impressive pork chop sheet-pan recipe comes together in less than an hour, making for a nutritious and exciting weeknight treat.

Indian-Spiced Roasted Peas

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In need of a quick veggie side dish? This easy sheet-pan recipe is here to save the day! A sprinkle of curry powder seriously spices up these pea pods, while Greek yogurt and mint make a fresh and cool dipping sauce.

Panko-Roasted Asparagus

Panko Roasted Asparagus

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A crunchy bread crumb topping and Dijon mustard sauce make this asparagus side dish a zesty, satisfying vegetable sheet-pan recipe. Dip asparagus spears in a creamy lemon-mayo sauce for a healthier spin on crispy french fries.

Breaded Chicken Strips and Sweet Potato Fries

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Looking for a kid-approved sheet-pan dinner perfect for a weeknight? Breaded chicken fingers and french fries are just the thing. Don't worry; parents will love it too. We've even swapped in sweet potatoes for the standard russets to sneak in more nutrients.

Chicken Sausage and Peppers

Credit: Carson Downing

When it comes to easy prep, this healthy sheet-pan dinner recipe takes the crown. Spend 15 minutes slicing peppers, onions, and chicken sausage, then let your oven do the rest. You can enjoy the deliciously roasted end result all on its own or serve the mix with baguette slices or in a bun for sausage and pepper sandwiches.

Make-Ahead Chicken-Spinach Calzones

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We stuffed meat, cheese, and veggies into pizza dough, so you can enjoy multiple food groups in one handheld sheet-pan recipe. Oh, and did we mention you can make this calzone snack recipe up to a month in advance? You're welcome!

Roasted Broccoli and Olives

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We're always looking for ways to add more broccoli side dishes to our menu, and this sheet-pan recipe is at the top of our list. Why? Because it's so easy! Roast broccoli and olives until tender but still firm, then top things off with a squeeze of lemon juice and pinch of sea salt for an easy vegetarian appetizer or hearty and flavorful side dish.

Turkey Meat Loaf Pockets with Peach Barbecue Glaze

Turkey Meat Loaf Pockets with Peach-Barbecue Glaze

Credit: Jacob Fox

What's better than your own personal meat loaf? Your own personal meat loaf stuffed with veggies and cheese! This sheet-pan supper recipe comes together with just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven. It's a filling meal for the whole family that's hearty, nutritious, and easy to make.

Fried Smashed Potatoes

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It's not hard to see why these smashed potatoes are one of our most popular potato sides ever, especially when they're covered in Parmesan cheese. Whether you serve them for breakfast or dinner, these smashed potatoes are an easy sheet-pan recipe that is sure to steal the show.

Roasted Tomato Bread Toss

Roasted Tomato-Bread Toss

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For one of our easiest sheet-pan recipes, toss together tomatoes, olives, and stale bread, then roast. What could be simpler? Tomatoes and olives roast beautifully with a balsamic reduction on top, and what dish isn't instantly improved with big chunks of crusty bread? This sheet-pan panzanella is a tasty accompaniment alongside any entrée, especially a chicken dinner or roasted beef.

Cheesy Chorizo Sheet-Pan Frittata

Cheesy Chorizo Sheet Pan Frittata sliced in squares

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We know you usually save your frittata recipes for breakfast time, but this chorizo-filled recipe is too good to limit to just one time of day. Loaded up with 12 eggs, chorizo, black beans, and plenty of gooey cheese, this breakfast-for-dinner recipe will keep you from craving a midnight snack. Make it even more enticing by topping with tomatoes, avocado, and fried tortilla strips.

Roasted Cauliflower Steaks

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Cauliflower steaks are practically destined to be roasted, and they make the perfect vegan sheet-pan dinner, side dish, or appetizer. Top with a zucchini-onion mix and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a light, healthy, and zesty vegetarian dish.

Related: These Easy Vegan Dinner Recipes Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes (or Less!)

Greek Chicken and Vegetable Sheet-Pan Dinner

Greek Chicken and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner

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Plenty of veggies and Greek-seasoned chicken make a satisfying, healthy, and easy dinner. Load up on bell peppers, roasted tomatoes, and tender cauliflower alongside your chicken. Did we mention it fits Paleo dinner recipe criteria too?

Asian Shrimp Sheet-Pan Dinner

Asian Shrimp Sheet Pan Dinner

Credit: Jason Donnelly

Just look at all those good-for-you veggies! It's easy to add a serving or two to your plate since this dish includes carrots, bell peppers, and napa cabbage. With veggies taking up most of the room in this Asian-inspired sheet pan, shrimp are the perfect space-saving protein.

Roasted Sweets and Greens

sweets and greens on tray after roasting

Credit: Andy Lyons

Roasted sweet potatoes are a sheet-pan dinner staple, but they get an especially fresh and tasty makeover when topped with spicy arugula and zesty cider vinegar. Sprinkling a few hazelnuts on top gives this sheet-pan side dish some added crunch and richness.

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