Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes {The Ultimate EASY boneless, skinless chicken breast recipe!} (2024)

Looking for an easy chicken and potato recipe? This simple, healthy Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes will be your new go-to chicken recipe. Made on ONE pan, and paired with vegetables this baked chicken and potatoes recipe is perfect for any night of the week.

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Are you always looking for simple, healthy sheet pan dinner ideas? This one pan chicken and potatoes is paired with broccoli and carrots, and roasted in the oven

This sheet pan dinner includes potatoes, a mix of vegetables and chicken breasts all with a lemon pepper seasoning. It’s healthy, flavorful and completely delicious.

In this post I’ll show you what ingredients are best for making baked chicken and potatoes, the best kitchen tools for making this simple dinner, and how to meal prep for enjoying later.

What do I need to make Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes?

For this one pan chicken and potatoes recipe, you’ll need the following:

• Thinner cut chicken breasts – thinner cut measures approximately 1/2″ in thickness. Many stores sell thicker cut chicken breasts (3/4″ to 1 1/4″ thick breasts). You can use these as well. We will talk about how to prepare this sheet pan dinner using both sizes of chicken breasts.
• Potatoes – I used baby yellow potatoes, but you can also use Yukon gold, red potatoes or any other potato you might have in your pantry.
• Vegetables – broccoli and carrots are a go-to in our house, but you can also use green beans, asparagus, or any other preferred veggies.
• Lemon pepper seasoning
• Marinade ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic and the lemon pepper seasoning

For the exact ingredient amounts and FULL recipe instructions, be sure to reference the recipe at the bottom of the post.

What to look for when buying chicken breasts:

Chicken breasts can vary widely in size. Some breasts can be any where from 4-6 ounces, other chicken breasts can be close to 16 ounces. For this recipe, I recommend looking for thin-cut breasts. Chicken cutlets also work well.

What’s the best place to buy chicken breasts?

For price per pound, I’ve discovered Costco has the best price for fresh chicken breasts. These can be found with the refrigerated meats and poultry. The price per pound their boneless, skinless chicken thighs is also hard to beat anywhere else.

Check out my post on the 15 Things I Buy at Costco for Healthy Meals and Snacks. Not only does this post recommend their chicken, but I also love their frozen salmon, shrimp, fresh berries, apples, spices and much more.

How do I make Baked Chicken and Potatoes?

Begin by marinating the chicken breasts. This is a very effective way to add flavor to chicken breasts. Because chicken breast meat contains very little fat, adding flavor with a marinade is ideal.

This marinade is made with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic and lemon pepper seasoning. I use this same marinade for making Lemon Pepper Grilled Chicken recipe.

You can marinate the chicken up to 24 hours prior to making the recipe, or just toss it together 30 minutes before dinner. Simply add the chicken to the marinade, then cut your potatoes and veggies while the chicken marinates.

I will mix this 5-minute marinade together the night before I make this chicken dinner recipe, and when I’m ready to toss it on the sheet pan, the chicken is ready to go!

Prep Your Potatoes and Vegetables

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

When you’re ready to make dinner, begin by cutting your potatoes and veggies. Toss in a bowl with olive oil and the lemon pepper seasoning. You can do them all together in own bowl, separate (pictured above) or even do it directly on the sheet pan.

What potatoes are best for roasting with chicken and vegetables?

Yellow butter potatoes, red potatoes, fingerling or any baby potatoes are great for roasting with chicken and vegetables. For these potatoes, peeling is not necessary. Simply cut or quarter with the skin on and toss with olive oil and seasoning.

Do I need to pre-cook potatoes and vegetables when baking with chicken?

Place the potatoes and vegetables on the sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes before adding the chicken.

The reason the potatoes and vegetables are cooked before adding the chicken to the pan is because they take longer to cook than the chicken.

These thinner cut chicken breasts only needs about 20 minutes to cook at 400 degrees. The potatoes and vegetables need about 40 minutes to cook completely.

How long do I bake chicken breasts in the oven?

If you are using a thicker cut chicken breast, you will likely need at least 40 minutes to cook the chicken. A thicker cut chicken breast is one that is 3/4″ – 1 1/4″ in thickness. These large chicken breasts are often the ones that come two to a pack.

For best results, I highly recommend using an instant-read digital meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature of the chicken. Chicken needs to reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Thermapen ONE Instant Read Digital Thermometer

This is my go-to tool for grilling and roasting! With a Thermapen there’s no guessing if or when the meat is done. The precise temperature will provide you with meat that is perfectly cooked, juicy and delicious EVERY time!

Add the chicken to the pan with the potatoes and veggies

Once the potatoes and veggies have baked for 20 minutes, remove from the oven. Add the marinated chicken breasts to the hot pan. Place back into the oven, and bake for an additional 20 minutes.

Love cooking with broccoli? Check out my recipes for Sauteed Broccoli and Garlic and my Broccoli Salad with Apples.

Once the chicken and potatoes recipe comes out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice up your chicken breasts and enjoy.

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What makes this sheet pan chicken and potatoes healthy?

This chicken and potatoes recipe is healthy for a number of reasons. First, the chicken is a quality source of lean protein. Protein helps us feel full and satiated, and helps our bodies build lean muscle mass.

The roasted vegetables provide a good source of fiber, vitamins and minerals and the potatoes offer a quality source of carbohydrates.

A serving of this chicken and potatoes recipe has 391 calories, 43g of Protein and just 7 g of fat. A serving includes one chicken breast and 1 1/2 cups of potatoes and vegetables.

FAQ’s about baked chicken and potatoes:

Can I bake chicken and potatoes at the same time?

Yes, BUT start by pre-baking the potatoes and vegetables. They will need longer to cook.

Place the potatoes and veggies on the sheet pan and bake for 20 minutes. Then, add the chicken (1/2″ thinner cut breasts) to the hot pan and put back into the oven. Bake all on one pan for an additional 20 minutes.

Note: If you are using thicker chicken breasts 3/4″ – 1 1/4″ in thickness, they will need the full 40 minutes on the pan with the potatoes and vegetables.

How long does it take to bake a chicken breast at 400 degrees?

Boneless, skinless 1/2″ thick chicken breasts will need 18-20 minutes to cook at 400 degrees.Note that this is a THINNER cut of chicken breasts (approximately 1/2″ in thickness.)

Thicker chicken breasts, often the ones that come two to a pack, need much longer to cook. A thicker chicken breast 3/4″-1 1/4″ in thickness will need 30-45 minutes to bake at 400 degrees.

How do I know when my chicken is done?

You will know your chicken is done by cutting into the thickest part of the chicken breast half-way through. You will know the chicken is done when no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear.

For best results in checking doneness of meat, I recommend using a digital instant read thermometer. I use the Thermapen ONE Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer. Chicken needs to have an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

How do I meal prep baked chicken and potatoes?

This sheet pan chicken breast recipe is perfect for meal prepping and taking to work. You’ll start by simply making the recipe as directed. Once it comes out of the oven, let it cool to near room temperature.

Slice the chicken and place it in your meal prep containers along with the potatoes and vegetables. I really love these Prep Naturals Two Compartment Glass Meal Prep Containers.

They are durable, dishwasher/oven/freezer/microwave safe and store easily. If meal prepping is your thing, be sure to check out my post for my Best Meal Prep Containers that I use and love!

If you loved this baked chicken and potatoes recipe, then check out some of our other easy dinner ideas:

• Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs
• Air Fryer Drumsticks Recipe
• Honey Dijon Chicken
• Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken
• Honey Sesame Chicken
• Healthy Cashew Chicken Recipe
• Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
• Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
• Baked Italian Chicken
• Baked Sausage and Peppers
• Sheet Pan Sweet and Sour Shrimp
• Sheet Pan Citrus Salmon and Asparagus

Looking for some additional inspiration for your healthy living journey? Check out some of my other resources:

• How I Gave Up Sugar and Survived
• 30 Best Healthy Snacks from Target
• 15 Things I Buy at Costco for Healthy Meals
• Healthy Meal Prep For the Week
• 10 Best Health and Wellness Journals

Here’s the recipe for my delicious Sheet Pan Chicken and Potatoes: