Easy Sheet Pan Peri Peri Chicken Recipe
This sheet pan peri peri chicken is a bold, flavor-packed dinner that combines juicy roasted chicken with vibrant vegetables, all cooked on one pan for ultimate convenience. The smoky, spicy peri peri marinade adds depth and heat, while the roasted veggies soak up all the delicious juices.Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is easy to customize, simple to prepare, and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (or drumsticks or breasts)
- 3-4 tablespoons peri peri sauce store-bought or homemade
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Vegetables:
- 3 medium potatoes chopped
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins:
- Cherry tomatoes
- Black olives
- Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Marinate the chicken
- In a bowl, mix the peri peri sauce, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes. For deeper flavor, marinate for up to 24 hours.
Prepare the vegetables
- Chop all vegetables into evenly sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the sheet pan
- Spread the vegetables evenly across the pan. Place the marinated chicken on top, making sure everything is spaced out to allow proper roasting.
Roast
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, depending on the size of your chicken pieces. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Optional broil step
- For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for 3–5 minutes at the end.
Serve
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then serve warm with your favorite sides.