Sheet pan recipes are the ultimate meal prep hack.
The best meal prep recipes are easy to make, healthy, and cheap.
These Sheet pan meal prep recipes check all the boxes. If these aren’t enough then check out my list of cheap crockpot recipes (all are less than $3 per serving)!
Not only can they be thrown together in a matter of minutes, but clean up is an absolute breeze. All you need is a set of durable and easy to clean baking sheet pans.
The best part? Sheet pan recipes usually make enough to feed a crowd, which makes them perfect for prepping lunch and dinner for the week ahead!
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46 Easy Sheet Pan Meal Prep Ideas
Sheet pan recipes are the ideal way to cook if you’re busy, don’t have a lot of time, or just want to make meal-time easy for yourself.
Check out these 46 easy sheet pan ideas. They’re great for families looking for meals that are big on taste but short on prep time. I’ve recently been on a total kick with juicing fruits and vegetables! If you’re on a budget, check out this list of super cheap food options.
Contents
- Chicken Sheet Pan Meal Prep Ideas
- 1. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
- 2. Lemon Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
- 3. One Pan Roasted Chicken with Butternut Squash and Brussel Sprouts
- 4. Sheet Pan Garlic Ginger Chicken and Broccoli
- 5. Chicken Sausage, Kalette, and Red Onion Sheet Pan Supper
- 6. Sheet Pan Chicken Fried Rice
- 7. Sheet Pan Cuban Chicken with Citrus Avocado Salsa
- 8. Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken & Summer Veggies
- 9. Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Broccoli Chicken Bake
- 10. Sheet Pan Rosemary Balsamic Chicken, Bacon, & Apples
- 11. Sheet Pan Chicken Buddha Bowls
- 12. Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki and Veggies
- 13. Sheet Pan Curry Cashew Chicken
- 14. Sheet Pan Ranch Chicken and Veggies
- 15. Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken with Asparagus, Tomatoes, and Walnuts
- 16. Sheet Pan Apricot Chicken Dinner
- 17. Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken
- 18. Sheet Pan Jamaican Chicken Dinner
- 19. Sheet Pan Stuffed Chicken Parmesan
- 20. Sheet Pan Paprika Chicken Dinner
- 21. Sheet Pan Korean BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
- Seafood Sheet Pan Meal Prep Recipes
- 22. Sheet Pan Cod with Veggies in Lemon Herb Sauce
- 23. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
- 24. Superfood Baked Salmon
- 25. Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Veggie Dish
- 26. Sheet Pan Salmon and Delicata Squash
- 27. Sheet Pan Roasted Tilapia and Broccoli
- 28. Sheet Pan Korean BBQ with Salmon and Bok Choy
- 29. Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
- Vegan One Pan Meal Prep Recipes
- More Sheet Pan Meal Prep Ideas
- 35. Sheet Pan Middle Eastern Turkey Meatballs
- 36. Sheet Pan Italian Turkey Meatloaf with Parmesan Rosemary Smashed Potatoes
- 37. Sheet Pan Turkey Dinner
- 38. Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
- 39. Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies
- 40. Sheet Pan Pineapple Ham Dinner
- 41. Sheet Pan Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops
- 42. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Kielbasa
- 43. Perfect Sheet Pan Pizza
- 44. Sheet Pan Sliders with Copycat Big Mac Sauce
- 45. Sheet Pan Nachos
- 46. Sheet Pan Breakfast Bake
Chicken Sheet Pan Meal Prep Ideas
These chicken sheet pan ideas are the best way to get started eating healthy and meal prepping with a sheet pan! If you need more options, check out my list of chicken meal prep ideas!
1. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
Who doesn’t love sesame chicken and broccoli? This easy sheet pan recipe takes one of your chinese take-out faves and adapts it for the stove. Who needs take-out when you can throw this together in under half an hour?
2. Lemon Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Meal
This chicken sheet pan recipe is perfect for Spring, with its light and refreshing lemon dressing that’ll have you coming back for more. Lucky you, this makes a huge batch, so you can take some to work or have it for dinner multiple times a week! This recipe cooks in under an hour, so it’s great for when you don’t have a lot of time.
3. One Pan Roasted Chicken with Butternut Squash and Brussel Sprouts
This roasted chicken sheet pan dinner is simple, easy to throw together, and the combination of butternut squash, red onion, and brussels is delicious!
4. Sheet Pan Garlic Ginger Chicken and Broccoli
This chicken and broccoli combination is perfect for meal prepping, and can be on the table in half an hour! Super easy, flavorful, and healthy – everything you want in meal prepping!
5. Chicken Sausage, Kalette, and Red Onion Sheet Pan Supper
This is the perfect Fall dinner, with the spicy chicken sausage, crunchy kalette (a combination of brussel sprouts and kale) and red onions working wonderfully together.
6. Sheet Pan Chicken Fried Rice
No need to waste money on Chinese takeout, this popular dish has been adapted for the sheet pan, and can be on the table in just 20 minutes! It’s perfect by itself for a light dinner, or pair with another dish like chicken and broccoli or lemon chicken for a more substantial meal.
This is one of my favorite one pan dinners!
7. Sheet Pan Cuban Chicken with Citrus Avocado Salsa
This cuban chicken sheet pan recipe takes a little longer than others (one hour), but it’s so good you won’t mind the extra prep time. Besides, it’s relatively hands off anyway, with no chicken to cut – just a little slice and dice of some vegetables. The citrus avocado salsa is a must with this recipe! Ladle it over the chicken to serve.
8. Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken & Summer Veggies
Summer on a sheet done right with this delicious recipe! Made with just five ingredients, you’ll have this one on the table in under half an hour! Perfect for a picnic lunch.
9. Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Broccoli Chicken Bake
This is the perfect all-in-one meal, because it’s high in protein and carbs but lean on fat. Made with tons of fresh veggies, you won’t even need to make a side (though it does pair well with a salad)!
10. Sheet Pan Rosemary Balsamic Chicken, Bacon, & Apples
This super simple sheet pan dinner can be on the table in less than 30 minutes, and the combination of bacon and apples is a delicious, sweet and savory twist.
11. Sheet Pan Chicken Buddha Bowls
This sheet pan chicken dish is sweet and spicy, and perfect for people on the Paleo diet. Enjoy hot with steamed rice or layer with fresh veggies for a hearty meal!
12. Sheet Pan Chicken Teriyaki and Veggies
An Asian classic goes the sheet pan route with this easy recipe. You can make it even easier by using a store bought teriyaki sauce. Enjoy on a bed of rice or with noodles!
13. Sheet Pan Curry Cashew Chicken
This delicious recipe is flavored with curry and covered in crushed cashews, giving it a unique crunch. It also features cucumber, which is a refreshing balance to the curry. This recipe is Whole30 approved, and can be thrown together in just half an hour!
14. Sheet Pan Ranch Chicken and Veggies
If you love ranch, then this is the recipe for you! Featuring juicy baked chicken and loads of vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower and broccoli, this healthy dish is Whole30 and Paleo approved, and gluten free! It can even be adapted to use whatever veggies you have on hand.
15. Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken with Asparagus, Tomatoes, and Walnuts
Here’s another awesome take on pesto chicken. The walnuts add a nice crunch to the dish, and the homemade pesto is full of flavor. You can substitute out store bought pesto if you’re short on time!
16. Sheet Pan Apricot Chicken Dinner
Loaded with potatoes, veggies, and chicken, this is a recipe that adults will love, but kids will too! The apricot glaze is made in the microwave, making it super easy, and it’s baked on one pan making cleanup so simple!
17. Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken
This sheet pan recipe takes only 35 minutes to make, and with just a handful of ingredients, this simple recipe can be whipped up on any given night, no matter how busy you are! The tangy mustard sauce is SO good!
This is easily one of my favorite sheet pan dinner ideas!
18. Sheet Pan Jamaican Chicken Dinner
Craving something spicy? This Jamaican chicken dish fits the bill, with cayenne, thyme and allspice taking center stage. Paired with crunchy yet tender bell peppers, onions, and potatoes, this is the perfect dinner if you like a little heat! Don’t forget to top with fresh mango slices – it makes all the difference. Makes a great leftover lunch, too.
19. Sheet Pan Stuffed Chicken Parmesan
Who says easy sheet pan meal prep can’t be fancy? This chicken dish practically oozes goodness, featuring melt in your mouth flavors like stuffed provolone. Topped with a combination of crackers and parmesan, this recipe has a satisfying crunchy, nutty quality.
20. Sheet Pan Paprika Chicken Dinner
When you want flavor but you don’t have all day to cook, break out this recipe. It has all the flavor of a slow-cooked chicken dinner, but it’ll be on the table in just 30 minutes!
21. Sheet Pan Korean BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Sweet, slightly spicy, sticky, and jam-packed with garlic and ginger, then baked to crispy perfection, these wings are addicting! Use just one sheet pan to have dinner on the table in 40 minutes or less!
Seafood Sheet Pan Meal Prep Recipes
22. Sheet Pan Cod with Veggies in Lemon Herb Sauce
Fish and vegetables are a deliciously wholesome meal, and the lemon herb sauce gives the cod a nice zing. Give this a try!
23. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
Here’s a Mexican staple made easy. Shrimp and veggies cook on the same sheet pan for just 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and assemble. This is one dinner where it’s OK to play with your food!
24. Superfood Baked Salmon
Salmon and sprouts are a wonderful combo, full of so many nutrients, they practically reach superfood status! This recipe is Whole30 and Paleo friendly. The blueberry basil drizzle takes this dish to the next level.
25. Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Veggie Dish
Heat spices like cajun pair perfectly with seafood, and this recipe is no different. A heaping serving of this and brown rice make a satisfying, nutritious lunch.
26. Sheet Pan Salmon and Delicata Squash
This easy sheet pan recipe takes just four ingredients and one sheet pan to make. Made with delicious creole seasoning, it pairs perfectly with the salmon and squash. This recipe is Whole30 approved and will be ready in just half an hour!
27. Sheet Pan Roasted Tilapia and Broccoli
Seafood dishes are naturally low in carbs and calories, making them ideal dinners for families and people trying to eat healthy. This sheet pan recipe cooks in just 30 minutes, and is easily adaptable – you can substitute other fish, like flounder, if you like.
28. Sheet Pan Korean BBQ with Salmon and Bok Choy
This recipe is inspired by bulgogi, the Korean art of barbecuing, but it’s replaced with salmon instead of steak or pork. It whips up crazy fast (under 20 minutes!) and is stuffed with flavor and nutrition.
29. Sheet Pan Hawaiian Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
This is going to be your new weeknight favorite! Simply place shrimp and plenty of garlic, chili powder and a touch of sriracha and soy sauce along with pineapple on one pan, then cook to blackened perfection. Top with fresh cilantro for a festive garnish.
Vegan One Pan Meal Prep Recipes
30. Quinoa and Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables
Healthy, easy, and hearty, this recipe is packed with flavor and nutrition, giving you a dose of fiber, fat and protein. Perfect for when you’re trying to go meatless for dinner.
31. Sheet Pan Tofu Fajitas
A vegetarian fajita recipe, which even includes tequila?! If that won’t get you to try these, nothing will. This is a great sheet pan recipe to try when you’re trying to give yourself a break from meat, but want something tasty.
32. Sheet Pan Spicy Tofu & Green Beans
Tofu is great for vegetarians, as it’s low calorie, low in cholesterol and cheaper than beef. Serve over rice with crispy green beans makes a delicious, healthy meal.
33. Sheet Pan Cauliflower Nachos
One pan cauliflower nachos make for a great weeknight meal or appetizer, and are so customizable, they can be as decadent or healthy as you want. Even better, with a base of cauliflower, you’re always going to be getting your vegetables.
34. Sheet Pan Gnocchi and Veggies
This vegetarian dish is easy, healthy, and incredibly delicious! Simply toss your gnocchi in the pan with fresh vegetables and watch this recipe bake to bubbly perfection! Easy to make and sure to be a winner that the family will love!
More Sheet Pan Meal Prep Ideas
35. Sheet Pan Middle Eastern Turkey Meatballs
This sheet pan recipe is super easy, coming together in just half an hour. Turkey is a natural substitute for beef, that’s low in calories, while still giving you the meaty taste you crave. If you love Middle Eastern food, then you need to give this recipe a shot!
36. Sheet Pan Italian Turkey Meatloaf with Parmesan Rosemary Smashed Potatoes
Here is a delicious spin on the classic meatloaf recipe! Instead of using beef, it uses turkey, and it’s topped with marinara and parmesan, giving it loads of flavor and making it extra moist.
Check out these delicious sides for meatloaf.
37. Sheet Pan Turkey Dinner
This recipe is for anybody craving holiday comfort food, but it’s made for the sheet pan! Featuring turkey, sweet potato, celery, cranberries and chestnuts, it has all the key elements of a holiday meal. This recipe will make your house smell like it’s Christmas all day!
38. Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
If you’re craving restaurant grade fajitas, don’t reach for your car keys – reach for this recipe! It features thinly sliced flank steak and a rainbow of pepper colors, and cooks in under an hour.
39. Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies
This recipe calls for a perfectly seasoned, tender-as-can-be steak, with potatoes and broccoli. It’s incredibly delicious and quite possibly my favorite on the list. This recipe can be made in 30 minutes or less.
40. Sheet Pan Pineapple Ham Dinner
If you’re needing a recipe to use up all of those holiday leftovers, look no further. This recipe uses ham, potatoes, carrots and pineapple, and needs just 35 minutes in the oven. It’s also low in calories, high in fiber, and Whole30 and Paleo approved.
41. Sheet Pan Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops
If you love crispy cheesy pork chops, you’ll love this recipe. These pork chops are first dredged in a panko cheddar crumb, then cooked to perfection with a side of roasted potatoes and brussel sprouts.
42. Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Kielbasa
This recipe is heart healthy, and with such a variety of colors, it’s visually appealing too – even your eyes will be full! The mixture of different potatoes and kielbasa is so satisfying, it’ll keep you full for hours!
43. Perfect Sheet Pan Pizza
Pizza in a sheet pan? It’s true! Wave adios to Papa John’s and Pizza Hut, because now you can make pan pizza in the comfort of your own home! You can use a store-bought dough to make things even easier.
44. Sheet Pan Sliders with Copycat Big Mac Sauce
Making America’s favorite burger and sauce combo just got easier with this sheet pan recipe. While it’s a little more time intensive than the others, if you’re looking to make a huge batch of sliders at a time, whether it’s for game day or a potluck, this recipe is perfect. Delicious with fries and a coke!
45. Sheet Pan Nachos
These sheet pan nachos are big enough to feed a crowd, and they whip up in no time, at just 25 minutes. Just layer your chips, toppings, then bake! These nachos are so impressive, you’ll want to take them to your next game day or Superbowl party – they’re sure to be a crowd pleaser!
46. Sheet Pan Breakfast Bake
This sheet pan breakfast is practically a complete meal in one! It’s got crispy potatoes, hearty bacon and fluffy eggs. Just add fruit to make it a healthy meal. When you’re craving breakfast for dinner, this one will fit the bill.
If you’ve enjoyed these easy sheet pan meal prep ideas make sure to check out my one pot meal prep recipe list!
Richmond Howard started Meal Prepify in 2019 and has helped over a million people learn how to meal prep, get better at meal planning, and create a kitchen they love to use. He’s an avid home chef and loves to bbq, grill out, and make awesome food for family and friends. He’s been featured on MSN, Renaissance Periodization, and Good Financial Cents.