Print

Easy Crispy 5-Ingredient Sheet Pan Chicken and Broccoli Recipe for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

crispy sheet pan chicken and broccoli - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs roasted alongside tender, caramelized broccoli with just five simple ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (about 300 grams), trimmed into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (about 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken thighs generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. In a mixing bowl, toss broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a little black pepper until well coated.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on one half of a rimmed sheet pan, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the other half of the pan.
  7. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the chicken and broccoli if needed.
  8. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and broccoli edges are slightly charred. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  9. At about 15 minutes, use tongs to flip the broccoli to ensure even cooking, but do not flip the chicken.
  10. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  11. Optional: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken and broccoli before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Flip broccoli halfway through cooking but keep chicken skin-side up. Let chicken rest after roasting. Optional broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness. Use fresh broccoli, avoid frozen. Lemon juice brightens the dish. Can substitute avocado oil for higher smoke point.

Nutrition

Keywords: sheet pan chicken, crispy chicken thighs, broccoli recipe, easy dinner, 5-ingredient recipe, weeknight dinner, healthy chicken recipe

Find it online: https://gleefulfork.com/easy-crispy-5-ingredient-sheet-pan-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe-for-perfect-weeknight-dinner/