Crispy Ranch Sheet Pan Chicken (Print Version)

Golden chicken thighs with ranch potatoes and carrots, all baked together on one pan.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 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:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - In a small bowl, combine dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes if using.
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. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - In another bowl, toss potatoes and carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and the remaining ranch seasoning until well coated.
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 vegetables are tender. For enhanced crispiness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
07 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal Cleanup: Everything cooks on a single sheet pan, making the after-dinner routine a breeze.
  • Customizable Seasoning: The homemade ranch blend is dairy-free and lacks the preservatives found in store-bought packets.
  • Perfectly Balanced: A complete meal with protein, starch, and vegetables all in one go.
02 -
  • Dry the Skin: Moisture is the enemy of crispiness; use paper towels to remove all surface moisture from the chicken.
  • Uniform Slicing: Cut carrots into consistent 1/2-inch slices so they finish cooking at the same time as the halved potatoes.
  • Resting Period: Allow the chicken to rest for at least 5 minutes after removing from the oven to keep the meat juicy.
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