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Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Published July 20, 2017 · Updated November 14, 2026 by Jordan Cord 17 Comments

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This blackened chicken sheet pan dinner with sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts is easy, healthy, and quick. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep!

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Sweet Potatoes

Comin’ back ‘atcha with another meal prep winner! Chicken dinner style. 😎  This simple meal is easy, affordable, and perfect for eating healthy even when you’re busy. Blackened chicken with the perfect amount of spice. A medley of sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts. Let’s serve it all up over a bed of quinoa, shall we?

When I’m working out on a regular basis, my appetite goes through the roof. Pair that with the extra workouts I’ve been adding to my schedule thanks to the Fitness side of the blog and you have a hungry godzilla Jordan on your hands. Especially when I’m incorporating HIIT into my routine. 😰

I’ve tried plenty of diets. Raw vegan. Vegan. Vegetarian. Low carb. But what I’ve learned is that my body thrives on meals that are high in lean, clean protein and complex carbs. The obvious solution for my protein needs? Chicken. But when it comes to chicken, I’m PICKY. I want to know where it came from, what it ate, how it was raised (so yeah, I guess I’m basically those people in that Portlandia episode.) But in all seriousness – commercially farmed chicken gives me the creeps. My solution? Find a brand I can trust.

Enter Just BARE Chicken, making the whole process easier by providing a quality product. They are committed to making good food available to more people by providing natural and organic varieties of chicken. I use their natural chicken breasts because they’re already hand-trimmed of all excess fat (less work for me!) and their chickens are raised with no antibiotics–EVER. Their chickens are also traceable to individual family farms and American Human Certified. In a nutshell, I trust Just BARE’s products. They raise healthy chickens and provide me with a lean, clean protein source. 🙏🙏 🙏 Praise be.

Chicken Breast Fillets

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Sweet Potatoes in Dish
So how does this whole blackened chicken sheet pan dinner thing work? Maybe you’ve tried this amazing concept before or maybe you never have. Either way, it’s one of the best food concepts since sliced bread. We season the chicken with a very special blackening blend (or a store-bought one, whatever), then we season the sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts. And then we put everything on the same sheet pan and set the timer. 25 minutes later, you’ve got dinner on the table (or meal prep ready for the week) and you can relax. Pat yourself on the back, friend – you have ascended to the next level of easy, stress-free cooking.

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Sweet Potatoes in Glass Dish

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Sweet Potatoes Close up
This is my favorite meal prep recipe at the moment. I usually cook a batch of quinoa or rice, then layer the veggies and the chicken over top. Full for hoursssss! When I’m feeling fancy, I shred the chicken and roll everything up into a wrap for even easier on-the-go mealtimes. Go make this and tell me what you think about your blackened chicken sheet pan dinner! I love when you guys share your creations on Instagram!

Just BARE is distributed nationwide – you can use their store locator to find their chicken near you!

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Tips for Success

  • Pound the chicken even. An even thickness means it cooks through without drying out.
  • Spread everything out. A crowded pan steams instead of roasting.
  • Check the temperature. Chicken is done at 165°F. Let it rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Substitutions and Variations

  • Chicken: Thighs stay juicier. Add 5 minutes.
  • Veg: Broccoli, zucchini, peppers or green beans.
  • Seasoning: Use store-bought Cajun seasoning.
  • Protein: Shrimp, added for the last 8 minutes.

Free tool: Want to know how much protein you need? Try our free protein calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is blackened chicken spicy?

It has a gentle heat from cayenne and paprika. Cut the cayenne for a milder version.

How long do leftovers keep?

Up to 4 days in the fridge, so it makes great meal prep.

How to Make Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner with Sweet Potatoes – This blackened chicken sheet pan dinner with sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts is easy, healthy, and quick. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep!
Jordan and Clark Cord

Blackened Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

4.50 from 2 votes
This blackened chicken sheet pan dinner with sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts is easy, healthy, and quick. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Just BARE chicken breasts
  • Blackening Seasoning Use store-bought if desired
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/2 teaspoon cane sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes cubed
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced or crushed
  • Brussels Sprouts
  • 2 cups brussels sprouts halved
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 clove garlic minced or crushed

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400º. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking oil.
  2. Mix together the ingredients for blackening seasoning in a small bowl. Place chicken breasts on the baking sheet and sprinkle with seasoning, flip and repeat.
  3. Spread sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts in the remaining space on the sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle seasonings and garlic.
  4. Place into the oven and bake 20-25 minutes, removing halfway to flip chicken and gently toss veggies.
  5. Enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe yielded enough for 4 servings for us.

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Comments

  1. Janice

    December 6, 2019 at 10:54 am

    I don’t like sweet potatoes. What could I use instead?

    Reply
    • thefitchen

      December 9, 2019 at 11:20 am

      You could use regular potatoes (yukon gold), cauliflower, or broccoli. The cauliflower and broccoli may cook a little quicker and need to be removed earlier. Just keep an eye on them. :)

      Reply
  2. Tami

    July 21, 2019 at 8:37 pm

    4 stars
    Extremely easy, tasty meal.

    Reply
    • thefitchen

      July 30, 2019 at 9:23 am

      Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it. :) Thanks for the feedback!

      Reply
  3. Melissa

    January 17, 2019 at 7:22 am

    5 stars
    Wow! So good! I’ve been making an effort to eat what’s in season and this was perfect! The blackened seasoning is really good!

    Reply
    • thefitchen

      January 25, 2019 at 10:06 am

      I love eating seasonally! It makes grocery shopping easier AND less expensive.

      Reply
  4. Andie Thueson

    July 25, 2017 at 7:58 am

    Seriously my favorite combo Brussel sprouts and sweet potatoes! A total win! :)

    Reply
  5. Whitney @ To Live & Diet in L.A.

    July 21, 2017 at 10:46 am

    I love dinners that come together easily and with little cleanup!! Those veggies look delish!

    Reply
  6. Kristina @ Love & Zest

    July 21, 2017 at 10:42 am

    Wow! I love this so much! I love that you can have it for dinner and then have some meal prep for lunches done!

    Reply
  7. Alisa Fleming

    July 21, 2017 at 9:22 am

    This is seriously a fall dinner that speaks to me! We do a lot of sheet pan dinners with chicken, but I have only done blackened seasoning on fish thus far.

    Reply
  8. amanda -runtothefinish

    July 21, 2017 at 5:32 am

    I love getting blackened chicken when we go out, but always wondered what spice combo was used! this is so helpful because I”m all about making things at home!

    Reply
  9. Lorie

    July 20, 2017 at 8:40 pm

    Oh my gosh, this is going into Sunday’s meal prep madness! So simple but looks so good!

    Reply
  10. Maria

    July 20, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    How easy is this!? Love these veggie choices too :)

    Reply

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