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18 Easy Sheet Pan Dinners

Sheet-pan dinners are a hit because when it comes to making meals that are big on flavor and low on fuss, the pan is king. Cooking proteins and vegetables together on one pan not only helps to streamline the prep (and
make cleanup a breeze), but it also maximizes flavor and caramelization.

Grid of 4 sheet pan dinners.

These sheet-pan suppers are as fitting on a busy weekday served straight from the pan at the counter as they are at a fancy dinner party with guests. Check out this collection of recipes for tasty and hassle-free meals and elevate the humble sheet pan to start status.

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What is a rimmed baking sheet?
Sheet Pan Dinner Cooking Tips
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The Recipes

Sheet Pan Lasagna

This sheet pan lasgana recipe is perfect for when you are craving an easy, yet hearty and comforting meal. Instead of layering the lasagna in a baking dish, the pasta, sauce, and cheese are mixed together, spread onto a sheet pan, topped with more cheese, and baked.

sheet pan lasagna.

Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Vegetables and Pesto

This sheet pan gnocchi with vegetables and pesto is the easy answer to getting dinner on the table quickly and the dish will be a sure-fire hit! Keep a package of frozen gnocchi in the freezer and purchased pesto in the fridge and pulling off this dinner is a no-brainer.

Sheet pan gnocchi with vegetables and pesto.

Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese

This super easy Sheet Pan Mac and Cheese recipe has the perfect ratio of crispy topping to creamy, cheesy noodles. The addition of broccoli florets makes it one of the easiest one-pan dinners you'll make!

Sheet pan mac and cheese in background with a serving in a small white bowl.

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas are an easy weeknight meal using tender beef and homemade fajita seasoning.

Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken And Potatoes

This Herb Chicken and Potatoes recipe ticks many boxes for easy dinner: throw it all on a sheet pan - chicken, potatoes, onion, garlic, lemon, and seasonings, and bake it in the oven!

Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken And Potatoes.

Sheet Pan Ham Dinner

This sheet pan ham dinner recipe is perfect for a special dinner and also delicious for busy weeknight meal.

Ham, potatoes and green beans on sheet pan.

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

This sheet pan chicken fajitas dinner, with seasoned chicken, bell peppers, onion, and spices, makes an easy weeknight dinner. Serve with warm tortillas, in lettuce wraps or on top of rice.

Chicken fajitas on sheet pan.

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

A fast oven-baked Shrimp Boil is an easy weeknight family dinner ready in 35 minutes. Get all the deep delicious taste of this low country classic dish without the fuss

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil.

Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with Potates

This Sheet Pan Roast Pork Tenderloin with Potatoes is extremely tender, succulent, and healthy. This pork tenderloin recipe is easy enough for a weeknight meal and delicious enough for serving to guests. Little effort with big results.

Sheet pan pork tenderloin.

Sheet pan Salmon and Brussels Sprouts and Pancetta

This Sheet Pan Salmon with Brussels Sprouts and Pancetta will level-up your dinner any night of the week. It’s roasted perfection complemented by the earthiness of Brussels sprouts, saltiness of pancetta, tartness of Granny Smith apples, and the sweetness of an apple cider reduction sauce.

Baked BBQ Chicken Tenders Dinner

This baked BBQ chicken tenders dinner includes saucy strips with potatoes and veggies. Kids love this one pan chicken tenderloin recipe!

Sheet Pan Sausage, Potatoes, and Green Beans

Smoked sausage, baby potatoes and tender crisp green beans all roasted together on one sheet pan make an easy and delicious 30 minute weeknight meal.

sheet pan sausage, potatoes, and green-beans

Sheet Pan Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken

This Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken is an easy sheet pan chicken dinner that comes together in minimal time with minimal effort.

Sheet pan prosciutto wrapped chicken.

Sheet Pan Beef and Broccoli

This beef and broccoli recipe is a 30 minute meal made extra easy by cooking the steak and broccoli on just one sheet pan. The perfect recipe for a fast, homemade meal using simple pantry ingredients!

Sheet Pan Beef and Broccoli.

Roasted Halloumi Fajitas

In this recipe, halloumi is seasoned and roasted in the oven with veggies to make easy vegetarian sheet pan fajitas. No one will miss the meat... halloumi fajitas will be your new favorite!

30-Minute Chicken Shwarma Bowls

Served with veggies, tahini and fresh pita, these sheet pan chicken shawarma bowls are a satisfying dinner everyone will love!

Sheet Pan Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs

Sheet Pan Spaghetti Squash & Meatballs is a delicious sheet pan dinner using vitamin-rich spaghetti squash and the ease of store-bought gluten-free meatballs and spaghetti sauce.

Sheet Pan Crispy Ranch Fried Rice

Crispy ranch fried rice is a flavorful side dish using leftover rice. Not only does it serve a hungry crowd, but it's ready in 30 minutes. Baking sheet-pan style makes it quick and easy. Bonus!

What is a rimmed baking sheet?

Be sure you use a rimmed baking sheet for these sheet pan dinners. A rimmed baking sheet is a flat pan with edges that are 1 inch high all around. The edges are usually curved. This pan is different from cookie sheets because it has higher sides. Cookie sheets typically have one very short, slanted edge and are open on the other three sides. Rimmed baking sheets also have standard sizes, like a half-sheet that is about 18 inches long and 13 inches wide.

These pans are more versatile than cookie sheets because of their design and how they are made. Rimmed baking sheets are also known by other names like sheet pans, baking sheets, or rimmed pans. Sometimes, they are referred to by their size, like a "half sheet" or "quarter sheet."

Sheet Pan Dinner Cooking Tips

Choose the Right Pan: Opt for a sturdy, rimmed sheet pan to prevent juices from spilling and ensure even cooking.
Prep Ingredients Uniformly: Cut ingredients into similar sizes for consistent cooking. This helps everything cook evenly and finish at the same time.
Layer Thoughtfully: Arrange ingredients with attention to cooking times; place quicker-cooking items together and heartier ones separately to prevent under or overcooking.
Season Generously: Don't be shy with seasonings. A well-seasoned meal enhances flavors, so spice up your ingredients with herbs, spices, and your favorite seasonings.
Mind the Oven Temperature: Follow the recipe's suggested oven temperature for the best results. Adjusting temperatures can affect cooking times and the overall outcome.
Use Parchment Paper or Foil: Line your sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. It also prevents sticking and helps with even browning.
Add Sauces Towards the End: If using sauces or marinades, add them during the last part of cooking to avoid burning. This ensures the flavors meld without compromising texture.

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