One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner Recipe

This One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner recipe is a cozy sheet pan meal with juicy chicken thighs, sweet apples, roasted Brussels sprouts, smoky bacon, and tender sweet potatoes—all cooked together for the perfect fall chicken dinner.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner Recipe

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 1

Servings: Servings

Calories: 520kcal

Equipment

Large sheet pan (rimmed, about 18×13 inches)
Mixing bowls
Sharp knife and cutting board
Tongs or spatul

Ingredients

5 6–7 oz bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
4 Tbsp olive oil divided
1 ½ Tbsp red wine vinegar
3 cloves garlic minced (about 1 Tbsp)
1 Tbsp each fresh thyme sage, and rosemary (minced)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 large sweet potato about 16 oz, chopped into ¾-inch cubes (unpeeled)
1 lb Brussels sprouts halved
2 medium Fuji apples cored and sliced into ¾-inch half moons
2 shallot bulbs peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rings
4 slices hickory smoked bacon chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

Preheat the oven

to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Make the marinade:

In a small bowl, whisk 2 Tbsp olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture over the chicken thighs. Set aside while prepping the veggies.

Prep the veggies:

In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, apples, shallots, and bacon with the remaining 2 Tbsp olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread evenly on the sheet pan.

Arrange the chicken:

Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the veggies. This lets the juices flavor everything underneath.

Roast:

Place the pan in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown. Stir the veggies halfway through for even roasting.

Serve:

Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm, straight from the pan.

💡 Tip: For extra crispy chicken skin, broil on high for 2–3 minutes at the end.

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