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Easy Clean Eating Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Asparagus and Tomatoes

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A quick and healthy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy chicken thighs roasted with fresh asparagus and juicy cherry tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb / 450 g), trimmed
  • 1 pint (about 300 g) cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs like thyme or oregano (optional)
  • 1–2 lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus by bending near the base. Rinse and pat dry.
  3. In a large bowl, combine asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle with half the garlic powder, salt, pepper, and herbs if using. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and herbs.
  5. Arrange chicken thighs skin side up on a large rimmed baking sheet. Spread asparagus and tomatoes around the chicken in a single layer, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes. Check at 20 minutes and turn veggies if browning unevenly. Chicken skin should be golden and crispy; internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  7. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow even roasting. Use high heat (425°F) for best caramelization. If tomatoes burst early, move them to pan edges. Broil carefully for extra crispiness. Leftovers reheat best in oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to maintain crisp skin.

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Keywords: sheet pan dinner, chicken thighs, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, clean eating, healthy dinner, quick recipe, one-pan meal, gluten-free, dairy-free

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