Sheet Pans Are Changing the Dinner Game

You won't need any sauce to serve with these chicken breasts, because each one is topped with a delicious mix of artichokes and soft cheese. Just let it get nice and melty in the oven, and you'll have to remind yourself to let it cool before diving in for your first bite. You'll also get in an easy serving of veggies when you make this sheet-pan dinner, thanks to the roasted rosemary baby carrots.

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Yep, you can make "spaghetti" and meatballs on a sheet pan, too. Of course you won't be able to cook regular pasta, but it's perfect for roasting squash noodles and grape tomatoes until they're tender and delicious. Cook Greek-inspired ground beef (or lamb) meatballs on the same pan, then serve with crumbles of feta cheese.

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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 chicken recipe is simple and will be devoured in no time.

You know what sheet pans are ideal for? Homemade pizza! You can put down the delivery menu, because this loaded chicken sausage and veggie pizza is about to outshine all your usual takeout spots. It's piled high with mushrooms, sweet peppers, dried tomatoes, and asparagus. You can also mix and match the toppings if you like one veggie more than another.

Say goodbye to bland weeknight dinners—these stuffed peppers pack a ton of 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 and roast for a tasty, mildly spicy dinner that's ready in less than an hour. It even comes with a side of roasted green beans!

Craving a juicy burger? There's no need to fire up the grill. Instead, let your sheet pan do the work for you. These tasty chicken burgers can roast in your oven instead of on the grill, and they'll cook alongside a smoky succotash filled with fresh veggies. Now all you need are a few condiments (we recommend mashed avocado and pico de gallo).

Have a picky eater at your table? No sweat! This easy sheet-pan dinner was made especially for the family member who turns up their nose at veggies. Dress up the roasted tomatoes in this recipe by covering them with crispy panko and fresh parsley. It's the same breading you'll use for the cod fillets, which seriously cuts down on prep time.

If sheet-pan dinners make you antsy because you don't like your food to touch, this is the recipe for you. You'll roast pork loin chops and potato slices on the same sheet pan, but the potatoes (and their seasoning) stays separate from the pork by cooking them in a foil packet. The best part? This meat-and-potatoes meal is ready in just 40 minutes.

When autumn rolls around, you're going to want this fall dinner recipe on your weekly menu. Roasting uncooked Italian sausage links cuts down on prep time (just put them on the pan, no precooking needed), and cooking them together with veggies and polenta on one sheet pan makes cleanup a breeze. Make sure everyone gets a hearty scoop of polenta, mushrooms, and butternut squash on their plate!

Sheet pans are great for cooking an entrée and a side dish at the same time—and that's exactly what this recipe does. Cook crispy Parmesan-crusted cod on one side and a mix of garlicky zucchini and summer squash on the other. After just 40 minutes, your entire meal is ready to eat!

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

Meat loaf, green beans, and potatoes all in one pan? Don't mind if we do! This sheet-pan recipe serves up two side dishes and lets everyone have their own mini loaf personal portion.

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.

Another complete dinner with just one pan! Roast salmon, broccoli, and tiny grape or cherry tomatoes together on 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.

One easy formula, endless ways to change it up. Choose your protein, add 6 cups of your favorite veggies, pick a flavor combo, then roast all of it at once.

We can't emphasize enough how easy this sheet-pan dinner really is. For starters, it takes only 15 minutes to prep the sweet potatoes and beef roast before popping them in the oven. You can even take a break while everything's roasting and stir together the quick parsley topper at the very end while the meat rests.

Don't waste your carrot tops! Instead, blend them with a few ingredients like basil and pine nuts, and turn them into pesto. It's the perfect topper for tender, oven-roasted carrots.

Yes, pork chops are a dinnertime staple, but have you tried them stuffed with pesto, pine nuts, and feta cheese? These fancy-looking stuffed chops cook on your sheet pan in less than an hour, making them a great weeknight treat.

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In need of a quick veggie side dish? These roasted peas are 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.

A crunchy bread crumb topping and Dijon mustard sauce make this asparagus side dish a zesty, satisfying option. When you include a creamy lemon-mayo sauce on the side, this sheet-pan side dish is almost like a healthier version of french fries.

This entire meal cooks all at once on a sheet pan and is a childhood favorite for kiddos or grown-ups wanting a taste of nostalgia. Breaded chicken fingers and french fries make a kid-approved plate; using sweet potatoes in place of the standard russets sneaks in more nutrients.

Take your baked chicken South of the Border. Ancho chile pepper, lime, and garlic add a nice kick to this Mexican-inspired dinner recipe. Serve it alongside a black bean rice pilaf with cilantro.

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When it comes to easy prep, this healthy sheet-pan dinner recipe takes the crown. Spend 15 minutes slicing sweet 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.

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

We're always looking for ways to add more broccoli side dishes to our menu, and this sheet-pan recipe is always on our list since 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.

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. Make these smashed potatoes for breakfast or dinner—they would be so good with poached eggs or chicken.

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 would be tasty alongside any entrée, especially a chicken dinner or roasted beef.

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.

Cauliflower steaks are practically destined to be roasted. Top with a zucchini-onion mix and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a low-calorie vegetarian dish.

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

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, sweet peppers, and napa cabbage. With veggies taking up most of the room on this Asian-inspired sheet pan, shrimp are the perfect space-saving protein.

Roasted sweet potatoes get a fresh makeover when topped with crunchy arugula and cider vinegar. Sprinkling a few hazelnuts on top gives this sheet-pan side dish some added crunch and richness.