Roasted Cauliflower Chicken Sheet Pan (Print)

Chicken thighs and cauliflower florets seasoned and roasted together on a single sheet pan, served over rice with fresh herbs.

# What you'll need:

→ Proteins

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

→ Vegetables

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

→ Marinade & 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 Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. 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 thoroughly to coat with marinade. Set aside.
04 - Add cauliflower florets and sliced red onion to the remaining marinade in the bowl. Toss well to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread cauliflower and red onions evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Nestle chicken thighs among the vegetables in a single layer.
06 - Roast in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cauliflower is golden and tender.
07 - While vegetables roast, prepare basmati or jasmine 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 a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The marinade does double duty, flavoring both the chicken and vegetables so nothing gets wasted
  • Clean up is literally just one pan, which means more time for evening relaxation
  • The smoked paprika creates this gorgeous golden color that makes everything look restaurant quality
02 -
  • Crowding the pan leads to steaming instead of roasting, so use two sheets if needed
  • The chicken thighs release fat as they cook, which helps baste the vegetables
  • Letting everything rest on the pan for 5 minutes after roasting helps the flavors settle
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before marinating for better spice adhesion and crisper skin
  • Cut your cauliflower into uniform florets so everything finishes cooking at the same time
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