Between work and the gym, I’ve been getting home pretty late these days. Even though I love to cook, it’s usually just about the last thing I want to do when I finally walk through the door.
I’ve been making a lot of healthy sheet pan dinners, and I really love how easy they are. Most of these healthy dinner ideas take only a few minutes of prep and then the oven does the work.
And since everything for these easy recipes cooks together on one pan, cleanup is a breeze! Line your pan with foil or parchment for even easier cleanup.
I gathered a collection of 20 recipes for healthy sheet pan dinners here – just about enough to get you through a month of busy weeknights. They’re all easy weeknight dinners made with real, simple ingredients.
I divided this recipe collection by type (chicken recipes, fish and seafood recipes, meat recipes, and one lone vegetarian recipe at the end) and, where appropriate, I’ve made a note about any special diet they fall under (paleo, whole 30, dairy free, gluten free.) As always if you follow a special diet, please check your product labels to ensure there are no hidden ingredients.
2) Sheet Pan Chicken and Gnocchi with Broccoli Rabe – Gnocchi on a sheet pan? You won’t believe how delicious it is. In fact, you might never go back to boiling it. (Even better, it only takes about 30 minutes!)
3) Mediterranian Chicken Thighs – Crispy chicken thighs baked over a bed of Greek-inspired veggies and finished with tangy kalamata olives and salty feta is one of my favorite sheet pan meals. You’ll love how easily this delicious low carb dinner comes together! Low carb/Gluten-Free/Whole 30
3) Sheet Pan Cornish Hens with Summer Vegetables – AKA roast chicken in a hurry! This is done in a little over an hour and no one has to fight over who gets the drumstick. Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free
5) Sheet Pan Cashew Chicken– This quick and easy cashew chicken stir fry is ready in just about the same time it would take to order delivery, but it’s so much tastier. Dairy Free
7) Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas– Seasoned chicken and veggies all bake together on one pan for this super simple sheet pan chicken fajitas recipe. Dairy-free/Gluten-Free/Low Carb/Whole 30/Paleo
9) Cashew Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner– Cashews gives this chicken a nice, crispy crust and curry gives is an extra flavor boost! Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free/Gluten Free
Healthy Sheet Pan Fish and Seafood Dinners
10) One Pan Orange Salmon with Sweet Potatoes + Broccoli– Soy sauce, sriracha, and orange marmalade make an awesome glaze for this salmon. The sweet potatoes and broccoli cook right on the same pan for minimal clean up. Dairy Free/Gluten Free
11) Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli– Takeout has nothing on you with this Asian-inspired shrimp stir fry recipe. Swap the soy sauce for coconut aminos to make this paleo-friendly.
13) Roasted Salmon with Olives and Tomatoes – Salmon and olives are a match made in heaven. Give this recipe a try – you won’t be disappointed! This is a romatntic recipe for an easy date night that won’t break the bank. Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free
Healthy Sheet Pan Dinners with Red Meat and Sausage
16) Roast Sausages with Apples and Parsnips – Roasting sausages is one of my favorite ways to cook them. Here, they’re paired with apples, parsnips, and broccolini for maximum flavor. Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free/Gluten Free depending on sausage used
17) Sheet Pan Spanish Style Potatoes with Chorizo– This easy sheet pan dinner features tender potatoes, smokey chorizo, and roast broccoli seasoned with paprika, oregano, and parsley. Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free/Gluten Free
18) Roasted Sausage and Mini Bell Peppers– This is an easy, low carb take on a classic. Eat it plain or pop it onto sandwich roll if counting carbs isn’t your jam. Paleo/Whole 30/Dairy Free/Gluten Free
Susan Dubose says
They are so good and so easy and they are usually very healthy too! Thanks for all the great dinner ideas!
Richard Tunner says
All of these recipes look wonderful. They are visually appealing and cannot wait to try them.