Roasted Cauliflower Chicken Sheet Pan (Printable Version)

Succulent chicken and tender cauliflower roasted together with warm spices on a single sheet pan over fluffy rice.

# 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 fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large mixing 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. Remove and set aside on a plate.
04 - Add cauliflower florets and sliced red onion to the remaining marinade in the bowl. Toss well until evenly coated.
05 - Spread coated cauliflower and red onions evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Nestle marinated chicken thighs among the vegetables.
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 roasting, prepare rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
08 - Divide cooked rice among serving plates. Top with roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The spice blend creates this gorgeous golden crust that makes even simple cauliflower feel fancy
  • It is forgiving enough for weeknight cooking but impressive enough for casual dinner guests
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan too much or the vegetables will steam instead of roast, and you will miss out on all those crispy edges
  • Let the chicken rest for just a couple of minutes after roasting so the juices redistribute instead of running out onto the cutting board
  • If your cauliflower florets are too small they will burn before the chicken is done, so cut them generously
03 -
  • Pat the chicken thighs dry before tossing them in the spices for better adhesion and crisper skin
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment for the easiest cleanup ever, or foil if you want easier transfer to plates
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