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Stop Washing Dishes! Try These 15 Sheet Pan Dinners Instead

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Stop Washing Dishes! Try These 15 Sheet Pan Dinners Instead

If you’re all about making dinner without the mountain of dishes afterward, sheet pan dinners are your best friend. These recipes keep it simple: everything cooks together on one pan, saving you time and effort. Perfect for busy weeknights, you can enjoy a full meal with minimal cleanup. Here are 15 sheet pan dinners that prove cooking can be easy and mess-free.

Chicken and sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.
Sheet Pan Peri Peri Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu & Vegetables

Sheet pan tofu and vegetables with BBQ sauce on a plate.
Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu & Vegetables. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Whip up a hearty veggie and tofu dinner with just one sheet pan. Tossed in your favorite BBQ sauce, this is a great way to enjoy a mess-free meal.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu & Vegetables

Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

Roasted chicken thighs with sweet potatoes and pecans.
Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Chicken and sweet potatoes roasted together with pecans make a complete meal on one pan. It’s a great option when you want something good without the cleanup hassle.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes

Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner

Pork chops with purple cabbage and apples on a baking sheet.
Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Pork chops, red cabbage, potatoes, and apples all bake together on a single pan. Perfect for busy nights when you want a good meal but not the dishes.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner

Sheet Pan Sausage & Vegetables

Chicken sausage and vegetables on a baking sheet.
Sheet Pan Sausage & Vegetables. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Toss sausage and your favorite veggies on a pan and pop it in the oven. It’s a simple way to feed the family and easy to clean up after.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Sausage & Vegetables

Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp and steak fajitas with peppers and onions.
Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy steak and shrimp fajitas without the mess. Everything cooks together in under 20 minutes, making it a great weeknight fix.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Steak & Shrimp Fajitas

Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon

Turmeric salmon with cherry sauce and roasted broccoli rabe on a plate.
Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This one-pan turmeric salmon with garlic cherry sauce and broccoli is as healthy as it is easy to clean up. Just right for a stress-free evening.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Turmeric Salmon

Sheet Pan Meal Prep Tofu

Sheet pan tofu with roasted cabbage and peppers with rice.
Sheet Pan Meal Prep Tofu. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Prep for the week with tofu, cabbage, and peppers all roasted on one pan. It’s a smart pick for anyone looking to simplify mealtime and minimize washing up.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Meal Prep Tofu

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Roasted Lamb

Sheet pan Mediterranean roasted lamb with tomatoes and chickpeas.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Roasted Lamb. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Impress with minimal effort using this roasted lamb sheet pan dinner. It’s quick to prepare and leaves you with just one pan to clean.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Roasted Lamb

Sheet Pan Roasted Peri Peri Chicken

Spatchcock chicken with peri peri seasoning on a baking sheet with green beans and sweet potatoes.
Sheet Pan Roasted Peri Peri Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Spice up dinner with peri peri chicken cooked flat on a sheet pan. Fast, flavorful, and fuss-free cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Roasted Peri Peri Chicken

Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Chicken

Maple mustard chicken breasts with brussels sprouts, squash and cranberries.
Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Maple mustard chicken with Brussels sprouts, squash, and cranberries all bake together for a flavorful meal that’s easy on the cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Chicken

Sheet Pan Cornish Game Hens

Cornish game hens on a baking sheet with vegetables.
Sheet Pan Cornish Game Hens. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Cornish game hens with rhubarb, blood oranges, fennel, and potatoes make for a fancy dinner with simple cleanup. Perfect for any day of the week.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Cornish Game Hens

Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Two crispy chicken thighs surrounded by lemon slices, mini sweet peppers, thyme, and cherry tomatoes.
Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This lemon chicken comes together with veggies and herbs on one pan. It’s a no-stress, no-mess dinner solution.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Sheet Pan Honey Soy Cashew Chicken

Sheet Pan Honey Soy Cashew Chicken with sesame seeds and chopsticks.
Sheet Pan Honey Soy Cashew Chicken. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Busy nights call for this honey soy cashew chicken. You get all the flavor without the cleanup drama.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Honey Soy Cashew Chicken

Sheet Pan Maple Curry Chicken

Roasted chicken thighs with butternut squash, cauliflower, and rice on a plate.
Sheet Pan Maple Curry Chicken. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Maple curry sauce gives this chicken and veggie sheet pan dinner a kick. It’s a big flavor with little cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Maple Curry Chicken

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

A shallow white bowl filled with a roasted chicken thigh, roasted zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and orzo.
Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

These Mediterranean chicken thighs cook alongside veggies and feta, all on one pan. A great meal that makes cleanup a breeze.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Chicken Thighs

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