25+ Easy Sheet Pan Dinner Recipes - I Heart Naptime (2024)

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Jamielyn Nye
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25+ sheet pan dinners that are easy to put together and will make dinnertime a dream with easy prep work and less dishes!

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Table of Contents

  • Family Favorite Sheet Pan Dinners
  • Chicken Dinners
  • Healthy Recipes
  • Beef Dinners
  • Fish Dinners
  • Pork Dinners

Family Favorite Sheet Pan Dinners

When it comes to one pan dinners, I love how easy, quick and delicious they are. Hardly any clean up and a tasty and flavorful meal in no time. There are even tons of healthy one pan dinners that are perfect for meal prep. Win!

Oh. My Goodness. When I first heard about sheet pan dinners, I felt like my salvation had come in the form of a shiny metal tray. This idea is pure genius. Easy to prepare. Easy to cook (as in, “I don’t have to stand by the stove and watch/mix/flip it”). And easy to clean. Win, win, and WIN!

I seriously could make one pan dinners every night for a month and not repeat a single recipe, same goes for pasta recipes. The possibilities are endless (and delicious!). I find myself reaching for these recipes more and more these days as our family gets busier.

Want to know a fun trick? These easy one pan dinners will become your favorite thing once you try this! Cover your baking dish with a sheet of foil, bake your food, eat, then roll up the foil and throw it away. That means these recipes require no dishes! No more pots to scrub or pans to soak—it’s truly the best!

These sheet pan dinners are a staple in our home. I know you will love them too—each one is flavorful and perfectly seasoned. Enjoy!

Chicken Dinners

Chicken sheet pan dinners are probably what we eat most frequently. Chicken can be a tough meat to cook sometimes as you can’t under cook it, but you definitely don’t want to overcook it either. Plus, without flavoring, chicken can be a bit bland.

These easy dinners will make you fall in love with chicken all over again! The meat turns out perfectly seasoned and super juicy and tender since it is roasting in its own juices. Your kids will be begging for seconds!

  • Balsamic Chicken and Veggies
  • Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
  • Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
  • Pizza Chicken Roll-Ups
  • Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
  • Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes
  • Baked Chicken Tenders
  • BBQ Chicken Dinner
  • Garlic Dijon Chicken and Brussels by Natasha’s Kitchen
  • Lemon Butter Chicken by Veggie Balance
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Healthy Recipes

Another reason I love one pan dinners is they can be a great way to get in a healthy meal. So many of them are loaded with veggies and/or lean meats. This is a huge plus, as my family and I have been trying to eat healthier.

Previously, any time I tried to eat more healthy, it always felt like meal prep quickly became my other full-time job. You can imagine my relief when I discovered this list of healthy sheet pan dinner recipes!

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Beef Dinners

I have to admit it—I was surprised to learn that beef could be used to make sheet pan dinners. I’ve been pleasantly surprised to learn how well my oven cooks beef. I had no idea! These recipes are some of my favorite ways to cook a hearty meal while I can tend to other tasks in my kitchen like dishes or drinking a warm cup of coffee for once! :)

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Fish Dinners

My kids weren’t always the biggest fish fans. Come to think of it, neither was I. Now I’m convinced that anyone who says they don’t like fish just hasn’t had it cooked properly. These sheet pan dinners with fish are so tender, flakey and flavorful—my children love these, and so do I.

Plus, if you haven’t had much experience cooking with fish, this can be a great way to get exposure while being hands-off the vast majority of the time.

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Pork Dinners

Pork is a surprisingly versatile meat. Depending on what you cook pork with, the meat can take on the flavors of an Asian meal, or a Mexican one. Each cut of pork has a distinct flavor and texture as well, so you will never get bored with these recipes!

Which one of these sheet pan dinners will you try first? Bookmark this one, because you’ll definitely want to try them all!

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Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is also the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook. Here you will find easy family-friendly recipes for every occasion.

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22 comments

    • Maria

    Where’s the clambake in the picture?

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    • rachel frampton

    My sister and I would like to cook a skillet chicken Caprese, which is why we have decided to start looking for sheet pan recipes. Well, thank you for suggesting here that we can make a Balsamic chicken and veggies too. I’ll also keep in mind to tell her that we can make a roasted sausage and vegetable recipe.

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    • TaraLyn

    Fabulous

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    • Robin Smith

    I am trying to view the 25 sheet pan recipes, but only can view 6. Help?

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    • Elizabeth

    Love your site, love your cookbook, love your instagram feed~You have such a sweet demeanor. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all.
    Beth

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      • Jamielyn

      Thanks for your kind comment Elizabeth! :)

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    • Tracy Valentine

    Hey I just wanted to thank you for putting this list together – I’m about half way thru trying them all and almost all so far have been super good! We’ve found quite a few favorites! I’ve really enjoyed many of the recipes on your blog – thank you!

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      • Jamielyn

      I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed these! Sheet Pan dinners are my favorite!

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    • Aaron Perry

    Your recipes look great. I’m always looking for different ideas for my wife and I at our ages over 75 years to enjoy and stay healthy. These recipes look very promising. Thank you. ❤️

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      • Jamielyn

      I’m so glad you can try some of these recipes! Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment. :)

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    • Angie | Big Bear’s Wife

    I’m in love with sheet pan meals too! They’re so easy and there are so many choices!

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    • Cookin Canuck

    Sheet pan meals are life savers when I need to get an easy dinner on the table in no time. Bookmarking this awesome list!

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    • Erin @ The Speckled Palate

    I’m a sucker for sheet pan dinners because they’re so easy! And I just adore this list! I’d like to try one of each. :)

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    • Ang Paris

    Thanks so much for including my sheet pan turkey dinner! I’m pinning this to my one pan/pot board because there are so many tasty looking dinners here!

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    • Renee – Kudos Kitchen

    Sheet pan suppers are all the rage. Each one of these looks like a winner.

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    • Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling

    These all look SO delicious!!

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    • Patricia @ Grab a Plate

    Oh, man do I love sheet pan meals, too! You’ve rounded up some fantastic ones here! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Stephanie

    Oh these recipes make me so happy!! LOVE sheet pan meals!

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FAQs

What is the basic of sheet pan dinners? ›

A sheet pan takes the concept of a one-pot meal and flips it onto a pan. It saves time, makes clean-up easier, and doesn't require expensive equipment or fancy ingredients. Just start with your protein of choice, then add vegetables, fat and flavorings, and roast at high heat until everything is golden brown.

How do you make a sheet pan for dinner? ›

How to Make the Best Sheet Pan Dinners
  1. Use the Right Kind of Pan. The right baking sheet to use for sheet pan dinners is called a half-sheet pan. ...
  2. Line the Pan for Easy Clean-Up. ...
  3. Give Dense or Whole Vegetables a Head Start. ...
  4. Oil Up the Ingredients. ...
  5. Know When to Rack 'Em. ...
  6. Add Flavor Boosters.
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What to make when you have no time to cook? ›

Try making food ahead of time! Overnight oats are all the rage these days because they're a healthy, delicious, and easy go-to in the morning (having cooked overnight!). We also recommend batch cooking brown rice, quinoa, farro, and other healthy grains to have in the fridge for when the week gets busy.

Do you cover sheet pan dinners? ›

Foil is the right choice when you're roasting at temperatures of 425°F (220°C) or higher. Unless it's labelled non-stick, foil needs greasing, and — surprise! — it makes no difference if the shiny side is up or down. Cover the baking sheet completely, including the sides and corners, to catch any mess.

What is the difference between a baking sheet and a sheet pan? ›

Although cookie sheets are often referred to as "baking sheets," there are differences between a cookie sheet and a baking sheet (also known as a baking sheet pan or simply a sheet pan): Baking sheet pans have rolled edges with a lip around the entire pan, whereas cookie sheets do not.

How long do you bake sheet pan dinners? ›

Temperatures range from 375-400°F for sheet pan meals. Depending on the vegetables and protein you've chosen, it may take anywhere from 35-45 minutes to cook thoroughly. Remember if you've chosen something you know will overcook in that period, you want to add it in later on in the cooking time.

How big of a sheet pan for sheet pan dinners? ›

Buy a Commercial-Grade Half Sheet-Pan

The standard size for a half sheet-pan (or “rimmed baking sheet”) is 13"x18". All of the sheet-pan dinners we develop in the Test Kitchen are developed to fit perfectly on that size pan—try making one of those recipes on a smaller jelly roll pan or cookie sheet and it won't work.

Do you cover sheet pan meals with foil? ›

We recommend foil over parchment paper for sheet pan cooking. As it conducts heat, foil can help accelerate the cooking process and help browning.

Can you use parchment paper for sheet pan meals? ›

Aluminum foil and parchment paper are your friends.

Line the pan with either foil or parchment before cooking to help make clean-up easy! Remember: If you're broiling, do not use parchment paper, which can catch fire. Go with the foil, and mist it with cooking spray to prevent food from sticking.

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  • Cucumber (or potato) raitha.
  • Quick pitta pizzas.

What can you cook in 8 minutes? ›

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Can you prep sheet pan meals ahead of time? ›

Here, you'll assemble dinner components in reusable containers or zip-top bags so during the week all you need to do is dump everything on sheet pan, maybe toss with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, and then bake. You'll also be ready to tackle the week with simple, ready-to-eat breakfast and lunch options.

Should you preheat a sheet pan? ›

In addition, preheating the sheet helps mitigate the effects of hot spots in the oven that cause uneven cooking. Best of all, however, is how the texture and flavor of roasted meats and vegetables improves.

Is it better to bake on aluminum foil or parchment paper? ›

A basic saying to guide your use of papers in the kitchen: "Sweet treats need parchment sheets; grill or broil, go with foil," says Weaver. Foil conducts and distributes heat, making it able to withstand high temperatures from baking, broiling, roasting, or grilling. For anything above 400 degrees, use foil.

What do you use sheet pans for? ›

A go-to for baking cookies and cakes, sheet pans also can be used for making breads and pastries, roasting vegetables and preparing full meals. Although they often are referred to as baking sheets, cookie sheets differ in their shape and style. While baking sheets have a rolled edge, cookie sheets typically do not.

What do you cook on a baking sheet? ›

Larger Baking Sheets can be used to bake any savory dishes you can think of, such as roasted, baked chicken, and one-pan sheet meals. On the other hand, smaller-sized Baking Sheets are ideal for baking sweet treats, such as sheet cakes, brownies, and cookies.

What is a standard baking sheet? ›

Quarter sheet pans are typically 9 by 13 inches (a standard size for sheet cakes), half sheet pans are 18 by 13 inches (this is the size of most pans described simply as baking sheets) and full sheet pans are 26 by 18 inches (too big to fit in many home ovens, but the standard commercial size).

What are the benefits of sheet pan cooking? ›

The Benefits
  • Saves time: Since everything cooks together on one pan, you can spend less time preparing and monitoring multiple dishes.
  • Easy cleanup: Fewer pots and pans means less time spent on cleanup. ...
  • Versatility: Sheet pan cooking is incredibly diverse.

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