Crispy Ranch Sheet Pan Chicken (Printable Format)

Golden chicken thighs with ranch-seasoned potatoes and carrots, all roasted together on one sheet pan for a simple weeknight meal.

# What's Needed:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 2 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
06 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into ½-inch slices
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
09 - ¼ 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 - ½ teaspoon dried chives
15 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil the surface.
02 - In a small bowl, combine dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried chives, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
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 mixture. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
04 - In another bowl, combine potatoes and carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and the remaining ranch seasoning. Toss to coat vegetables evenly.
05 - Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared sheet pan. Distribute potatoes and carrots evenly around the chicken.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and skin is golden brown, with vegetables tender. For enhanced crispiness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
07 - Allow meal to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-tray convenience makes it ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs provide superior flavor and moisture.
  • The custom ranch seasoning mix is dairy-free and gluten-free.
  • Perfectly roasted baby potatoes and carrots provide a complete, balanced meal.
02 -
  • Pat the chicken skin very dry to achieve maximum crispiness during roasting.
  • Check seasoning blends for hidden dairy or gluten if you have specific allergies.
  • A 2-3 minute broil at the end of cooking adds a professional golden finish to the skin.
  • Allowing the chicken to rest for 5 minutes helps the juices redistribute for a more tender bite.
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