Crispy Ranch Sheet Pan Chicken (Printable)

Golden chicken thighs with ranch-seasoned potatoes and carrots, all baked on one tray for a simple weeknight meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
06 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Ranch Seasoning Mix

10 - 1 tablespoon dried parsley
11 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
12 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
14 - 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - In a small bowl, mix together all ranch seasoning mix ingredients: dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
03 - Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place in a large bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with half of the ranch seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - In another bowl, toss potatoes and carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and the remaining ranch seasoning until well coated.
05 - Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared sheet pan. Scatter potatoes and carrots evenly around the chicken.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F, and vegetables are tender. For extra crispiness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • Effortless Cleanup: By roasting everything on a single sheet pan, you save time on dishes.
  • Tangy Ranch Flavor: A custom spice blend provides that classic ranch taste without any artificial additives.
  • Balanced Meal: High in protein and fiber, this dish is a complete gluten-free dinner in under an hour.
02 -
  • Rest for Juiciness: Letting the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring every bite is succulent.
  • Uniform Cuts: Slicing carrots to a consistent 1/2-inch thickness ensures they become tender at the same time the potatoes are done.
  • High Heat: Roasting at 425°F is the key to achieving crispy skin and caramelized vegetable edges simultaneously.
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