Sheet Pan Chicken Cranberry Vinaigrette (Print Version)

Roasted chicken and vegetables on a sheet pan with a tangy cranberry vinaigrette finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Vegetables

06 - 2 cups halved baby potatoes
07 - 2 cups halved Brussels sprouts
08 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
09 - 2 peeled and sliced carrots
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Cranberry Vinaigrette

13 - ½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries
14 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
15 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
16 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
17 - ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
18 - ¼ teaspoon salt
19 - ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

# Recipe Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme until evenly coated.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine baby potatoes, Brussels sprouts, red onion wedges, and sliced carrots. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, tossing to coat.
04 - Spread vegetables evenly across the sheet pan. Nestle seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
06 - While roasting, combine cranberries and honey in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until cranberries soften and burst. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
07 - Blend the cranberry mixture with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
08 - Drizzle cranberry vinaigrette over roasted chicken and vegetables or serve on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy one-pan preparation
  • Gluten-free and dairy-free
02 -
  • Substitute sweet potatoes or butternut squash for the potatoes or carrots
  • For a sweeter vinaigrette add extra honey to taste
03 -
  • Use parchment paper for easier cleanup
  • Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before serving to retain juices
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