Crispy Ranch Sheet Pan Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Golden crispy chicken with ranch-roasted vegetables for a simple one-pan meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
06 - 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/4 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 - 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
15 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
16 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
02 - In a small bowl, mix together all ranch seasoning mix ingredients including parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
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 mixture. 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 - Arrange chicken thighs skin-side up on the prepared sheet pan. Scatter potatoes and carrots evenly around the chicken.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until chicken is golden and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, and vegetables are tender. For extra crispiness, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple preparation with minimal cleanup using just one sheet pan.
  • Homemade ranch seasoning provides a burst of flavor without additives.
  • Naturally gluten-free and easily adapted for dairy-free diets.
  • The combination of crispy chicken skin and tender roasted vegetables is incredibly satisfying.
02 -
  • Always pat the chicken dry with paper towels; removing surface moisture is essential for achieving a truly crispy skin.
  • If you like a bit of heat, do not skip the optional crushed red pepper flakes in the ranch mix.
  • Broiling for the final few minutes is the secret to getting that perfect golden-brown finish.
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