Roasted Cauliflower Chicken Sheet Pan (Printable Version)

Seasoned chicken thighs and cauliflower florets roasted together on a single sheet pan with smoked paprika and warm spices.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, approximately 1.1 pounds

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets, approximately 1.3 pounds
03 - 1 medium red onion, sliced

→ Marinade and Seasonings

04 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ For Serving

11 - 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
13 - Lemon wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes until well combined.
03 - Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the marinade. Remove and set aside on a clean surface.
04 - Add cauliflower florets and sliced red onion to the remaining marinade in the bowl. Toss well to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread the coated cauliflower and red onions evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Nestle the marinated chicken thighs among the vegetables.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the cauliflower is golden and tender.
07 - While roasting, prepare the rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
08 - Divide rice among serving plates. Top with roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Cleanup takes literally two minutes because everything happens on one pan
  • The smoked paprika and cumin combination creates this incredible depth that feels fancy but is actually just spices you probably already have
02 -
  • Crowding the pan is the enemy of crispy vegetables so use a large enough sheet pan or cook in two batches
  • Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after roasting keeps it incredibly juicy
03 -
  • Cutting the cauliflower into uniformly sized pieces ensures even roasting
  • Lining your pan with parchment paper means you can skip the scrubbing entirely
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