This post shares the best healthy sheet pan recipes to save you time and effort in the kitchen. Each recipe has been chosen by our team based on nutritional value, flavor, and ease of making.
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When it comes to weeknight dinners, cooking delicious and healthy meals every day can be a lot of work.
If you have a busy schedule, you will love this time saving trick – sheet pan recipes!
They are the perfect way to make a balanced meal with minimal prep and clean-up.
We’ve chosen 7 of the best healthy sheet pan recipes so that you can make weeknight meal prep a breeze without sacrificing on nutritional value.
The Benefits of Sheet Pan Cooking
There’s nothing worse than making dinner after a long day of work and heading into the kitchen to see a huge mess of pots and pans waiting to be cleaned.
We’ve all been there, but sheet pan meals are a great way to cut back on post-dinner cleaning. Replace various pots and pans with a cutting board, knife, and single sheet pan (even easier if you opt to use foil!)
Plus, this cooking technique makes it really easy to make healthy and balanced meals. You can mix and match different veggies and protein sources. Add a dash of olive oil and the spices you love and ta da! There you have it, an easy and nutritious meal.
Fun fact: Baking food is one of the healthiest meal preparation techniques because it retains vitamins and minerals while cooking.
7 Insanely Easy Healthy Sheet Pan Recipes
Chicken Sheet Pan Recipes
You can’t go wrong with a chicken sheet pan dinner. It’s nutritious, packed with protein, and makes great leftovers for lunch the next day. We’ve chosen three of our favorite recipes that are easy to make and packed with flavor. If you’re not into chicken, you can easily swap it out of another protein source such as beans, tofu, or halloumi.
1. Easy Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Souvlaki & Potatoes by Half Baked Harvest
We are kind of obsessed with this meal, it might be one of the best sheet pan recipe options out there. It’s quick, easy, packed with veggies, and super flavorful. We love the addition of the greek flavor bombs like feta, olives and lemon. The prep takes just 20 minutes and then the whole thing bakes for 40 minutes, the perfect amount of time to relax, read, or get your other nightly chores done.
Tip: We recommend cooking with aluminum sheet pans and skipping anything with a non-stick coating. Not only will they last you forever, you also won’t need to worry about the coating chipping and getting into your food. Nonstick coatings can be quite dangerous for your health. Plus, if you purchase 2 smaller pans, you can stick them both in the dishwasher and save yourself the hassle of hand washing.
2. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas by The Modern Proper
As far as healthy sheet pan dinners go, chicken fajitas might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But this flavor-packed pleaser is the perfect one-pan meal. You can keep it really simple with just chicken and veggies or you can add on your favorite Mexican accompaniments like guacamole, salsa, tortillas and even cilantro lime rice. The whole recipe has just 8 ingredients and comes together in 30 minutes or less.
Tip: Have you tried swapping out aluminum foil for a reusable silicone mat? These mats are so non-stick it almost feels a bit like magic. Plus, the embedded mesh retains heat so all your food will cook more evenly. They are easy to wash or you can throw them in the dishwasher.
3. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken & Feta Potatoes by Half Baked Harvest
This sheet pan honey garlic chicken recipe is spicy, sweet, and tangy. It combines some of our favorite things like feta, balsamic vinegar, and chopped pepperoncini. The addition of fresh herbs and olives make the recipe super fresh and mouth watering. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes in the oven, giving you precious time back to enjoy your evening without the stress of a big kitchen mess.
Tip: Want to make your life even easier? Herb scissors are a magical kitchen gadget that will save you time and clean up. Instead of getting out a cutting board and knife, simply chop the herbs straight onto your dish. They are also a great tool when making salads!
Pescatarian Sheet Pan Recipes
If you’re looking for pescatarian options, or you just love fish, check out these healthy sheet pan recipes. They each have a totally unique flavor profile that will keep your weeknight meals fresh and exciting but without the hassle and clean-up.
4. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp & Broccoli
This easy sheet pan dinner brings a dose of asian umami with a sesame honey garlic sauce. It’s like a healthy take on beef and broccoli but with a seafood alternative. Shrimp makes a great sheet pan option because you can buy it frozen and it cooks quickly. Plus it’s low in fat and packed with protein. This whole sheet pan meal comes together in under 30 minutes with just 7 minutes of prep and 23 minutes in the oven. It doesn’t get much easier than that!
Tip: Pre-chopped veggies can save you a bunch of time but also come at a higher cost. Invest in a veggie chopper and save a ton of time and effort. It’s actually kind of life changing and I can’t remember the last time I made a meal without using mine.
5. Sheet Pan Tomato & Pesto Salmon by Whole and Heavenly Oven
Something about salmon and pesto just hits right every time. No matter what time of year you make it, this recipe will make you feel like you’re enjoying a Mediterranean summer. The flavors of basil, lemon, and summer veggies are fresh and satisfying at the same time. You can even pair this recipe with some pasta for a delicious pasta dish. You can prep this meal in just 20 minutes and it only takes 15 minutes to bake.
Vegetarian Sheet Pan Recipes
Sheet pan meals also make great vegetarian dinners. These two recipes are some of our all time favorites. They are balanced, healthy, easy, and most of all super delicious. Packed with fresh veggies and zesty flavor bombs, these easy sheet pan dinners are great for a weeknight dinner but are also crowd pleasers for your next dinner party or event.
6. Sheet Pan Baked Feta with Broccolini, Tomatoes, and Chickpeas by Skinny Taste
The original recipe for this veggie-focused meal came out during 2020 and went just about as viral as a recipe can go. It’s the perfect combination of crunchy, fresh, and salty from the baked feta. You can mix and match the veggies to your preference or even try swapping in halloumi cheese for something a little different. The whole thing comes together in 45 minutes with 50 minutes of prep and 30 minutes in the oven.
7. Sheet Pan Roasted Cauliflower & Black Beans Fajitas by How Sweet Eats
What is it about cauliflower, black beans, and roasted peppers that just make the perfect combination? This vegetarian take on fajitas packs in all the flavor, fiber, and protein. The cauliflower is tossed in a chili spice mix adding a subtle heat and smokiness while the peppers and onions bring a bit of caramely sweetness. Prep takes just 15 minutes and 30 minutes to bake.
Key Ingredients of Healthy Sheet Pan Recipes
In this post, we’ve compiled our 7 favorite recipes to make life as easy as possible. But if you want to get creative, it’s easy to make your own recipes as well.
Every sheet pan meal starts with a base of veggies and healthy protein. Let your imagination run wild and choose whichever combos sound good to you.
The trick is to cut the veggies to a size that cooks within the same time as the protein of your choice.
For example, a chicken breast will take about 30 minutes to cook. If you’re pairing it with sweet potatoes, cut your potatoes into one inch cubes so everything is done around the same time.
Next, drizzle on a bit of olive oil and add your favorite seasonings and spices!
Once cooked, you can top it with fresh herbs, bright citrus, or crumbled feta.
Tips for Perfect Sheet Pan Cooking
Sheet pan cooking is nearly foolproof. It’s a great technique for those who are new to cooking, but still fun and delicious for expert chefs as well. There are a couple tips and tricks to keep in mind.
- Even chopping: Try to cut and chop in an even size so that everything cooks at the same rate.
- Avoid overcrowding: An overcrowded pan will cook more slowly and may even get a bit soggy. It’s important to make sure everything has space to touch the pan so that it can release steam as it cooks.
- Keep it clean: Do yourself a favor and cover your sheet pan in parchment paper or aluminum foil. It makes cleaning up a breeze!
How to Store & Reheat
Healthy sheet pan recipes make great leftovers as well. We love to double the recipe and have leftovers for lunch the next day.
Here are some tips to properly store and reheat your meal.
Wait for the sheet pan to cool to room temperature before packing into storage containers. This helps to avoid bacterial growth.
Opt for glass storage containers so reduce exposure to harmful plastic chemicals.
You should always consume leftovers within four days to avoid food safety concerns. Plus, the flavor is best when the food is fresh!
Tip: We love these glass food storage containers because they are leak proof, meaning you can take them on the go without worrying about food spilling into your bag. They come in all shapes and sizes to fit everything you want to store. And they are food grade certified so you can be sure that they aren’t going to leach any toxic chemicals into your food.
We hope you found these healthy sheet pan recipes inspiring!
Let us know your favorites in the comments below!
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