When you go out to eat or make meals at home, do you gravitate towards the familiar, or do you crave variety? As much as I like to flatter myself by insisting I like to try new things, when I step back and examine the three most recent dinners I cooked, they are all eerily similar. As of late, that’s meant iterations of Harvest Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, Apples, and Brussels Sprouts.
I’ve never been so pleased to be a creature of habit, even if I am in a bit of denial about it.
Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes Apples and Brussels Sprouts—Favorite Fall Flavors
I first fell in love with this particular array of ingredients and flavors in January 2013, when I posted this recipe for Harvest Chicken Skillet with (wait for it) sweet potatoes, apples, and Brussels sprouts. It was one of my earliest recipes. After remembering how much I loved it, I went back and rephotographed that old recipe a few years later, and I am so glad I did. You all loved it so much too, it’s been one of my top 10 posts every day since!
Today’s sheet pan chicken uses the same, beloved flavors and ingredients as my harvest chicken skillet, but they are cooked on a sheet pan in the oven, instead of on the stove. What this means for you: the oven does all the work!
To make this sheet pan recipe, simply stir the veggies together on the pan, place the chicken on top, then bake. That’s it! The veggies caramelize, the chicken juices drip down onto the veggies to flavor them further, and the cinnamon and rosemary perfume your kitchen with warm, comforting scents of autumn (similar to this delicious Rosemary Chicken Thighs with Apples and Brussels Sprouts).
More One Pan Chicken Recipes
- Chicken Enchilada Skillet
- Chicken Broccoli Ziti
- Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
- Harvest Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potatoes, Apples, and Brussels Sprouts (the recipe that inspired this one!)
- 5 Ingredient Feta Chicken Pasta
- Cranberry Chicken
Recommended Tools to Make Sheet Pan Chicken
- All-purpose sheet pan
- Meat tenderizer/hammer (pounds chicken to an even thickness so that it bakes more evenly—no dry edges!)
Sheet Pan Chicken with Sweet Potatoes Apples and Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of excess fat and lightly pounded to a relatively even thickness
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved (quarter if very large), about 1 pound
- 1 large sweet potato peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 medium red onion cut into 3/4-inch pieces
- 1 medium Granny smith apple peeled, cored, and cut into rough 1-inch pieces (these pieces should be larger than the other vegetables)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large ziptop bag. Drizzle with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, then add the garlic, 1 tablespoon rosemary, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Zip the bag tightly, then shake and rub the bag to coat the chicken in the oil and spices. Set aside while you chop the vegetables and apples, or refrigerate for up to 1 day.
- Once chopped, place the Brussels sprouts, sweet potato, onion, and apple on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss to evenly coat, then spread into an even layer.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on top of the apple and vegetables. Place in the oven and roast until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160 to 165 degrees F, about 18 to 22 minutes, or until done. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove to a plate to rest and cover with foil to keep warm. Toss the apple and vegetables on the pan, then return the pan to the oven and continue baking until caramelized and tender, about 10 to 15 additional minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary. Serve warm with the rested chicken.
Notes
- Yes! You can add bacon, as in my Harvest Chicken Skillet. Cut 4 thick-cut bacon slices into 1-inch strips and scatter over the top of the chicken prior to baking. Leave on the pan to cook with the veggies after the chicken is removed.
Nutrition
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this sounds like a wonderful weeknight dinner! i got all the above ingredients so definitely trying this out.
This looks like the quintessential meal of autumn with the perfect blend of textures, colors, and flavors! Matt and I were just talking about making a one pan chicken dish – what perfect timing!
It is perfect timing Kori! I hope that you both love it.
You got me with this one, Erin. All flavors I love, and I enjoy doing sheet pan meals, even though I have only one other recipe I’ve used before. I’ll definitely be trying this one. Roasted Brussels sprouts are always welcome on my plate, as are the other ingredients.
I hope you love it Susan!
Made it last night. It took longer than expected for the chicken to cook. It was very good, and definitely a keeper, but I think that next time I may try it with fresh marjoram in place of the rosemary, because even though I like rosemary, the majoram has a gentler flavor for me.
Hi Susan, marjoram sounds like a great idea since you know you like the flavor! I’m so glad this recipe was a keeper for you. Thanks for taking the time to leave this review!
I just made the one pan honey garlic chicken. It was so good. Can’t wait to try this harvest recipe. I just saw local Ontario Brussels sprouts in the grocery store. Perfect.
The video was great. Thanks.
It was meant to be Lynn! I hope that you love the recipe.
Awesome video, Erin!! :) This dinner looks like the BEST choice for an easy Fall dinner. I totally gravitate towards the familiar when I make dinner at home, but I like to be adventurous when I go out.
I love all the different flavors going on in this recipe. Looks so awesome and vibrant! Love tray bake recipes like this (:
This recipe just feels like fall is officially in bloom. It also seriously combines all the fave flavors of my finicky-eating family! I cannot wait to try it! ~M
I love this recipe and the video is FANTASTIC! Great job, I know what a labor of love these things can be :)
This meal is literally dinner perfection! I LOVE all things chicken + veggies + sweet potatoes! Blown away at how easy this is!
I love that combination too, Bethany. Thank you!
Mmm this looks delicious!
Thank you so much Lucy!
This is GORGEOUS, and so on my menu plan for next week!
You are so sweet! Thanks Nicole :-)
Made this tonight for a friend!! We loved it!! I used broccoli instead of brussel sprouts and added rainbow carrots to the mix. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the cinnamon added such a different flavor – will definitely be a go-to fall dinner item!! Thanks!
YAY Julia. I am so happy that you all loved it so much. Thanks for trying it and for sharing this lovely review!
I just tried this recipe and it was very good with one exception. Specifically at fifteen minutes, I checked the underside of the chicken breasts and they were not cooked through. So I flipped them over and cooked for an extra five minutes. If I were to do the recipe again, I would probably substitute chicken tenders to minimize this issue arising or I would be prepared to flip. Otherwise I liked the taste. The dish was very aromatic and “homey” while being stylish too!
Arthur, I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe! Since your chicken needed a bit longer, my guess is that you used chicken breasts that were larger than the ones I used. The cooking time will definitely vary depending upon the size of the chicken pieces. Tenders would definitely finish more quickly, so if that is what you are after, and I think that’s a great swap. So happy you loved the flavor, thanks!
We made this recipe last week and loved it! It was so good (so flavorful!) that we are making it again this week. Thanks so much for your healthy, easy, and flavorful meals. That’s a tough combination to master.
Lisa, this means so much to me to hear. What you described is exactly my goal for my recipes, so it means a lot to know that that is how you see them too. Enjoy every bite, and thank you for leaving this kind review!
This sounds amazing!! Could you use bone in split chicken breast for this recipe?
Definitely Kate! You’ll need to extend the cooking time for the chicken though. Remove it from the pan once it is done. I hope you enjoy it!
Fabulous. Loved the combination of all flavor a and textures. Rosemary and cinnamon were exuberant on the chicken. Well done!
YAY!!!! So happy to hear this Heather. Thank you!
Thank you for this delicious recipe! I just enjoyed the leftovers from last night’s dinner for lunch. My husband, who wasn’t thrilled when I explained what I’d be making for dinner, couldn’t stop telling me how good it was. Part of that was him trying to make me feel good, I’m sure, but I think he was mostly surprised at how much he liked it. I had butternut squash on hand so I replaced the sweet potato with that but otherwise followed the recipe. My house smelled amazing and the dish looked as good as it tasted! Thanks again!
Megan, I am SO EXCITED to hear this! Thanks for sharing this kind review, and I’m so glad your husband loved the dish too.
I made this for dinner tonight, it was so delicious!!! My husband and my toddler loved it. A repeat dinner for sure! Thank you
Yipeeeeee! I love it when family members approve :) Thanks so much for trying the recipe and leaving this kind review!
I am planning on making this tonight; it looks delicious! :) I would like to serve it with a side salad. What would you recommend for a salad?
Hi Audrey! I think a simple green salad would be delicious! I hope you enjoy the recipe.
Looks lovely! Unfortunately I need to avoid that much fat (I know, olive oil is so good!). Any ideas how to reduce the fat and still prepare this yummy dish? Thank you!
Hi Vic! I’m afraid some olive oil is necessary because the veggies will burn without it. You could try misting the olive oil on to use less, but in order to roast, you will need to use some.
Thanks Erin! As I’m thinking about this I remembered I sometimes roast little potatoes on parchment paper with out oil (surprisingly good)….I might try this with parchment and see how it works…the moisture from the veggies may help too.
Thanks again:)
THe recipe calls for 3 Tbsp EVOO, divided, but then in the description, states to use 1 1/2 Tbsp with chicken marinade, then remaining 1/2 Tbsp over veggies. Is the total supposed to be 2 Tbsp or should I use the other 1 1/2 Tbsp with the veggies?
HI Carol! Sorry for the confusion. It is 1 1/2 tablespoons with the veggies. Thanks for pointing that out!
I’ll admit, I was very hesitant at first (mainly because of the cinnamon and apples), but this was *SO* good! I added some apple-wood bacon and carrots to the dish which added to the deliciousness. My husband, who is very picky, really loved this! I had to cook the chicken a little bit longer, but other than that, everything was spot on. I can’t wait to make this again!
Conner, I am so happy to hear this!! Thanks so much for sharing and enjoy every bite!
My family and I loved this. My husband said It almost tasted like dessert… I wasn’t sure what to make of the cinnamon, but it melded together beautifully.
I didn’t have Brussel sprouts so I used green beans, and red apples. Yummm!
Toya, I am so glad you all loved this so much! The green beans sound like a wonderful addition too.
That looks delicious
Thanks so much!
I made this last week for my husband and my 3 year daughter. I used pork chops vs chicken and it turned out wonderful. My daughter loved it, as did my husband–I was left with empty plates and no left overs! I’ll try it with chicken next.
Hi Yvonne, I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe! The pork chop variation sounds DELICIOUS. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this review! I hope you enjoy it just as much with chicken! :)
I made this for dinner tonight with sausage instead of chicken (because that’s what I had in my fridge) and it was so good!!! I look forward to making it again with chicken. Thanks so much for all of your great recipes!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Sabrina! Sausage sounds like a delicious swap. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review!
I made this tonight but 22 minutes was not long enough for the chicken. Am I doing something wrong?
Hi Naomi, I don’t think it’s something you did wrong…there are a variety of factors that could have affected the cooking time. Depending on how thin you pounded the chicken breasts before marinading them, they might have turned out thicker than mine did and taken longer to cook. Or they could have been larger pieces to begin with. It helps also to know if your oven temperature runs cooler than the displayed temperature, which also would have caused a longer cooking time. (An oven thermometer is great for figuring that out if you don’t have one! I hope you enjoyed the recipe!
Delish! I had chicken breasts and Brussel sprouts to cook and googled for recipes. I happened to have all ingredients on hand and tried it. It was wonderful, I will def be preparing it again. I was worried about the cinnamon flavor but it was perfect!
Pam, I am so glad you found this recipe and loved it! Thank so much for taking time to leave this wonderful review too. It’s so helpful for others, and it means a lot to me also :)
Will definitely be making this again. I even got thanked for dinner by both kids (12 &14). Loved the flavors and what a wonderful way to get a variety of veggies in. Thank you for the recipe!!
I am so happy to hear how much you and the whole crew enjoyed this recipe Leisha! Thanks so much for trying it and for taking time to leave this lovely review. It means a lot!
I tried this a few weeks and I loved it! Hubby even liked it :-) I have a question for you. I don’t have brussels sprouts on hand, but I do have cabbage. Do you think there would be a difference in cooking time if I use that instead?
Hi Leslie Ann! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. :) If you’d like to use cabbage instead, I’d recommend slicing it in wide ribbons and stirring it in with the roasting vegetables after removing the chicken in step 4. Since sliced cabbage isn’t as compact as a brussels sprout, it’ll take less time to cook. Hope that helps!
Sounds good! Thanks!
Sadly, I did not care for this dish. It looked amazing, but the vegetables get steamed and mushy. The apples did not hold up at all. Too high heat for too long. The flavors did not taste good to me. Was a lot of work for a lot of disappointment.
Hi Sharon, I’m sorry to hear that you didn’t enjoy the recipe. As you can see, many others have tried the recipe and enjoyed it, but everyone’s tastes are different. I know it’s disappointing to try a new recipe and have it not turn out, so I truly wish you would have loved this.
I made this for a Mother’s Day lunch today – everyone really loved it and my mom kept commenting on how it was so pretty and so tasty! My brother is actually making her dinner tomorrow (we couldn’t decide on a recipe that worked for both of us) and he commented he would need to step up his game. ;) Very easy to prepare, definitely a keeper!
YAY Jessi! I’m so glad to hear the recipe was a hit for Mother’s Day lunch. Thank you so much for giving the recipe a try and taking the time to report back!
This is so perfect for Fall! Would it be possible to cook this in a slow cooker?
Hi Selena, I haven’t tried that, so you’d be experimenting. The vegetables may not get as caramelized in the slow cooker versus the oven. If you do give it a try, I’d love to hear how it goes.
Omg my boyfriend and I fell in LOVE with this recipe! Everything goes so nicely together in a way that a novice like me didn’t really expect. This was one of the first times we made a big meal and didn’t have leftovers! Perfect “weeknight dinner” type of thing. I made a few small changes based on what I had on hand which was dried rosemary for the marinade and fuji apples instead of granny Smith (also I used 2 instead of 1), and like i said, it still came out great.
I’m so glad to hear you and your boyfriend loved the recipe! Thanks so much for giving it a try, and for taking the time to leave this awesome review! :)
I have made the skillet version and the sheet pan version. Both are amazing, but I prefer the sheet pan version – specifically, I thought the chicken tasted better on the sheet pan. I upped the oven heat to 430 degrees and my chicken was done in 18 minutes. I then roasted the veggies for an additional 10 minutes, and they were great. The apples were soft, so maybe I will add those half way through next time. All in all, an INCREDIBLE dish that is filled with nutritious and delicious foods.
Kathy, thank you for reporting back about both dishes, and I’m so glad this one has become a favorite. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for this wonderful review!
Made this last night for my boyfriend and parents, and they all really enjoyed it! We used boneless skinless thighs instead of breasts (just personal preference), and “someone” forgot to pick up Brussels sprouts, so I used carrots and parsnips, along with an extra sweet potato. The carrots and parsnips were AWESOME with the cinnamon, but I am looking forward to making the original version too :) Thanks, Erin!
Nicole, that sounds delicious! Thanks so much for giving the recipe a try and reporting back!
I made this tonight for my husband and myself. It was delicious!!! This is a recipe that will stay on my dinner rotation. Thanks for the recipe.
Becky, YAY! I am so so happy to hear it, thank you!
It was so good! I added a little more garlic and kept the chicken in for 5 extra minutes. My husband and kids devoured it. Best recipe I’ve made this year. Thank you so much for this . Love love loved it!
Hooray! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Yvette. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review!
If I used skinless chicken thighs, how long would it take? Also, if the chicken is not fully cooked, but the veggies are, how do I proceed? Do I remove the veggies and allow the chicken to cook further? Or just cook the entire meal longer? Thanks!
Hi Andrea, if the chicken thighs are bone-in, it’ll take probably more like 35-45 minutes to cook through, depending upon their size. If they’re boneless, you can pound them to an even thickness like instructed for the chicken breast and it will likely take less time. Since it can vary, using a meat thermometer to check for doneness is best! You can remove the veggies from the oven if the chicken needs a lot more time, or if it just needs a couple minutes extra, they’d be fine to leave in.
I have made this with chicken thighs and breasts. It is an amazing recipe full of flavour. Will continue to make it…I forgot to add the bacon but will try that as well.
Hooray! I’m glad you enjoyed it, Marilyn. Thanks for taking the time to leave this review!
This was absolutely delicious! I did omit the onion, as my 11 yr old daughter does not eat onions. She literally ate her entite plate before I could take my second bite! I’m still shocked she ate brussel sprouts as we’ve attempted this veggie a few times now. Thank you for sharing. I’m looking forward to making this dish again and again.
I’m so glad the dish was a winner, Christinanne! Thanks so much for taking the time to report back!
Hello Erin, thanks for sharing your gorgeous recipe. I’m excited to try it but curious about the timing. Why do you cook the chicken at the beginning rather than adding it later to cook at the end? With 15 minutes of additional cook time + the 5 or so minutes it’ll take to get everything plated and to the table, the chicken will get cold (at least in my home!). I’m tempted to do the 15 minutes of cooking just the veggies and add the chicken to cook with the veggies for the rest of the time. Is there a reason, though, to do it with the chicken first? Thank you so much for your advice.
Elizabeth, I found that letting the veggies cook without the chicken on top helped them crisp up and caramelize, versus steam. You could always play around with cooking the chicken on a different sheet pan and adding it towards the end if you like. I hope you all enjoy it!
I just made this and it was delicious. The veggies are so good! In my opinion the chicken could benefit from some salt. I like to eat my food spicy so to me it was a little bland. Might add something spicy the next time, I’m thinking about ginger maybe and some extra garlic to make the chicken stand out as well.
Sara, thanks for taking the time to report back! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe and know what you’d like to tweak for next time too.
What is the oven temp to cook? I just see the internal temp of the chicken? Maybe I missed it? Looking forward to it tonight!
Hi Michelle, check out step 1 of the directions! It’s 425 degrees F. Enjoy!
I am blown away! I cannot believe how delicious and simple this recipe is. I added a bit of maple syrup to the vegetable mixture (also included butternut squash since it’s fall) and and extra shake of cinnamon over the entire pan after assembling everything. SO GOOD! This will definitely be on rotation throughout the season!
I’m so happy this recipe was a hit for you, Darlene! Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review!
My wife made this the other evening and it gets a 5 Star! Excellent.
Thank you for taking the time to leave this kind review, Robert! I’m so happy you enjoyed this recipe!
Amazing . Such great flavors !! I will make that again!!
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Cathy! I’m so happy to hear that this recipe was a hit!
I enjoyed the baked chicken with apples and sweet potatoes. It was delicious! The chicken and veggies were tender and tasty.
I didn’t add brussel sprouts because my husband doesn’t care for them.
I will make this recipe again.
Thank you for taking the time to share this kind review, Sally! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the recipe!
THIS IS AMAZING!!! Best meal I have made in a while and soooooo beautiful!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Becky! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
We have made this a couple of times now, and we have really loved it. The chicken is delicious, and the combination of veggies is perfect, thank you!!
I’m so happy that you’ve enjoyed the recipe, Heather! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Great recipe! Fast, seasonal and healthy
So happy that you enjoyed the recipe Caz! Thanks for sharing!!
So amazing and easy! The perfect fall dish! I used chicken apple gouda sausage instead of chicken breast. It was a hit!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Can’t wait to try this recipe. Do you think I can sub out the sweet potato for butternut squash if I cut into cubes? Thanks!
Hi Elliot! While I haven’t tried this swap, another reader has reported success with it. I hope you enjoy the recipe if you try it!
I have made this a couple times before and always love to come back to it for a healthy, warm, fall dinner. Delicious!!
I’m so happy that you’ve enjoyed it, Lilly! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
So good! And so easy!! Thank you for sharing!!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Jennifer! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
Like another reviewer we prefer our veggies roasted and not steamed, especially Brussels. Nevertheless we’re keeping the recipe but cooking the chicken on a separate sheet pan, adding more veggies and another apple, and turning up the oven to 450-475 once the chicken is out. Thanks for this delicious and VERY easy recipe!
Thank you for sharing this kind review, Adrienne! I hope it’s a hit!
Absolutely delicious. I’ve been looking for simple but tasty, healthy recipes and this is it. I followed the recipe exactly as is with no changes or substitutions and it was perfect. Thank you Erin! Can’t wait to try more of your recipes.
I’m so happy that you enjoyed it, Debbie! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This sheet pan chicken recipe was pretty good, but we found the seasoning on the chicken to be an odd combination. I think it was too much of both the cinnamon and the rosemary. I’d make it again but with different seasoning. Also, the granny smith apple pieces turned to mush so I’d use an apple that holds it shape better when baked, such as Fuji or Braeburn
Thanks for trying the recipe, Amy! I hope you enjoy it even more next time!
I just tried this recipe and it tastes amazing! However, I used chicken thighs and maybe those were way too juicy because the vegetables basically almost became a stew! Do you have advice on how I can tweak this if I’m using chicken thighs instead of breasts? Thanks!
Hi Kare! I actually have a similar recipe with chicken thighs that you might enjoy: https://www.wellplated.com/rosemary-chicken-thighs-apples-brussels-sprouts/ Hope you enjoy it!
This recipe was delicious! I love sheet pan dinners because they are so easy and perfect for those busy nights. It’s the perfect balance of savory and sweet. I’ve had several clients try this recipe since I shared it back in January and they have all loved it! My husband and twin boys love it too, and it’s definitely on repeat at our house!
Hi Angie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
The flavors meld together and are absolutely wonderful. This is our new family favorite.
Hi Marie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Super yum! Made with skin in bone in chicken thighs and it was heaven!
Hi Samm! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This meal was delicious! It was a great change from the same old dinner route.
Hi Christy! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was amazing Erin. Made it a third time tonight. A lot of your other recipes are winners for me too. I wish I had your intuition in cooking!
Hi Vivian! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was very good. I took the pan out of the oven and walked away for about 10 minutes and when I came back my son had already eaten a plate. He didn’t wait for dinner. He said it smelled and looked so good. I didn’t have fresh rosemary so used dry but that was the only change. We will add this to our rotation.
Hi MrsHatts! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This was a wonderfully aromatic dish. Smelled like thanksgiving! I think I will serve it with cranberry sauce on the side next time!
Hi Amy! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!