Description
Experience the cozy flavors of autumn with this delightful Harvest Chicken Sheet Pan recipe. Juicy chicken thighs roast alongside sweet potatoes and tart apples, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this easy-to-make meal not only satisfies the palate but also warms the heart. Enjoy a symphony of flavors in just one pan!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on recommended)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 medium tart apples (like Granny Smith), cored and sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Dice sweet potatoes into uniform pieces and slice apples into wedges.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, sweet potatoes, apple wedges, olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly across the prepared sheet pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg