The Recipe · No.864 · Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables

Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables, and Where to Source It

Give the slow things a head start. Potatoes and carrots need longer than chicken and quick vegetables, so start them first and add the rest partway through — dump it all on at once and either the chicken's raw or the vegetables are mush.

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Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineAmerican
Greedometer ●●●●● Angel food Level Some doing
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
Cook it with
Air fryerSheet pan
Suits
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Straight Answers
Can you make Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — this is exactly what an air fryer does well. Work in a single layer so the air can move, and shake or flip halfway for even crisping. It runs a touch faster than the oven, so check early.

Can you freeze Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables? — Not ideal

You can, but the crisp coating softens. Freeze the cooked pieces, then re-crisp them in a hot oven or air fryer — never the microwave.

Can you make Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables ahead of time? — Prep ahead

Best fried to order — the crunch fades if it sits. Do the breading or shaping ahead and cook it fresh when you serve.

Is Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Sheet-Pan Chicken and Vegetables vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

Part One
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Chicken thighs
Bone-in, skin-on roast up juicy and crisp. Pasture-raised thighs are best.
6
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Potatoes and carrots
The slow vegetables, cut in chunks, started first. Fresh, bought local.
1.5 lb
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Quick vegetables
Broccoli, peppers, or green beans added later. Fresh, bought local.
2 cups
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Olive oil and seasoning
Oil, garlic, and a spice rub over everything. A fruity extra-virgin.
to taste
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One list, with a link to where to buy each one.
Part Two
The Method
  1. Start the slow onesToss potatoes and carrots with oil and seasoning and roast at 425F for 15 minutes.
  2. Add chickenPush them aside, add the seasoned chicken, and roast 20 minutes more.
  3. Add quick vegAdd the quick vegetables for the last 12–15 minutes.
  4. FinishRoast until the chicken is 175F and the vegetables are browned; squeeze lemon over.
Part Three
The Toolkit

Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Tongs

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