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I love sheet-pan meals, and this sheet-pan BBQ chicken is full of flavor. It’s made with chicken breast, BBQ sauce, pineapple, broccoli, sweet potato bites, and more. It’s a quick and easy dinner with minimal prep but maximum flavors.

Shredded bbq chicken on a plate with broccoli and a mixture of veggies, ready to serve.

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QUICK AND EASY BBQ CHICKEN SHEET PAN RECIPE

This BBQ chicken sheet pan recipe is full of flavor. I love the mix of pineapples, onions, and barbecue sauce with every bite of chicken.

It’s an easy meal that doesn’t make a mess in the kitchen and allows you to have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes.

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INGREDIENTS FOR SHEET PAN CHICKEN WITH BBQ

  • Boneless skinless chicken breast: Provides a lean, mild protein base that absorbs the BBQ sauce.
  • Diced sweet potatoes: Add a natural sweetness and hearty texture that contrasts nicely with the savory elements.
  • Broccoli florets: Offer a crunchy, earthy balance, soaking up flavors from the sauce and chicken.
  • Pineapple chunks: Introduce a tropical sweetness and acidity that brightens the overall dish.
  • Diced yellow onion: Brings a subtle sharpness and sweetness that deepens the savory profile.
  • Parmesan cheese: Melts into a crispy, salty layer.
  • BBQ sauce: Coats the dish with a smoky, tangy, and sweet flavor, tying all the components together.
  • Lemon juice: Injects a fresh zing that cuts through the richness and enhances the BBQ sauce.
  • Olive oil: is used to roast the vegetables, contributing to their caramelization and smooth richness.
  • Salt and pepper: Season the dish to enhance and balance all the flavors, making them more pronounced.
chicken, broccoli, sweet potatoes, BBQ sauce, onion, olive oil, lemon, pineapple, and cheese - ingredients to make sheet pan bbq chicken.

HOW TO COOK BBQ CHICKEN AND VEGGIES ON A SHEET PAN

STEP 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking pan with foil and set aside. 

STEP 2: Chop the broccoli (leave in large pieces), sweet potato, and onion.

STEP 3: Salt and pepper both sides of the chicken breasts and place them in the middle of the baking sheet. Liberally brush BBQ on both sides of the chicken.

chicken being brushed with BBQ sauce.

STEP 4: In a medium bowl, add the sweet potato, pineapple, and onions. Toss with one tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on one side of the baking sheet.

Mixing bowl with diced sweet potatoes, pineapple, and onion. Mixed with olive oil, salt and pepper.

STEP 5: Toss broccoli with 1 Tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the broccoli to the other side of the baking sheet. 

Vegetables, chicken, and broccoli on a sheet pan, ready to be placed into the oven.

STEP 6: Bake for 25 minutes. The chicken will be done when it reaches 165 degrees F.

STEP 7: Remove the chicken and sweet potatoes from the baking sheet and set aside. Set the oven to broil.

STEP 8: Spread the broccoli on the baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass, press each floret to flatten. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. 

Cooked broccoli that's been smashed and topped with parmesan cheese.

STEP 9: Broil for about a minute until the cheese has melted and begins to crisp. 

STEP 10: Shred the chicken, plate your dish, and enjoy!

Sheet pan bbq chicken and veggoes on a plate and ready to serve.

TIPS FOR THE BEST SHEET PAN BBQ CHICKEN

  • Ensure Even Chopping: Chop the sweet potatoes and onions into uniform pieces to ensure they cook evenly. Keeping the broccoli in larger pieces, as suggested, will help it not overcook compared to the denser sweet potatoes.
  • Liberal Application of BBQ Sauce: Be generous when brushing the BBQ sauce on the chicken. The sauce not only flavors the chicken but also caramelizes during baking, adding a rich, deep flavor.
  • Preheat the Pan: For an extra crispy start to your vegetables, preheat your baking sheet in the oven as it warms up. This helps to begin cooking the sweet potatoes and onions immediately, enhancing their texture.

FAQs

Can I use different types of chicken?

Yes, you can use thighs or drumsticks instead of breasts. Just adjust cooking times accordingly, as these cuts may take longer to cook through.

Can I substitute other vegetables?

Absolutely! Vegetables like carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers can be great additions. Remember that their cooking times vary slightly from the recipe’s original veggies.

How do I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making this a great recipe for meal-prepping. They can be reheated in the oven or microwave until heated through.

Is there a way to make this dish spicier or sweeter?

Yes, you can adjust the flavor of your BBQ sauce by adding more spices, such as cayenne pepper for heat or honey for sweetness, before applying it to the chicken.

Close up of shredded sheet pan bbq chicken on a plate with roasted vegetables.

I hope you and your family enjoy this recipe as much as mine!

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Servings: 4

Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Recipe

By JENNIFER GAMBLE
This easy sheet-pan BBQ chicken is full of flavor. It’s made with chicken breast, BBQ sauce, pineapple, broccoli, sweet potato bites, and more.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast, boneless, skinless
  • 3 cups sweet potatoes, diced
  • 3 cups broccoli, florets
  • 1 cup pineapple, chunks
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced, yellow
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking pan with foil and set aside. 
  • Chop the 3 cups broccoli (leave in large pieces), 3 cups sweet potatoes, and 1/2 cup onion.
  • Salt and pepper both sides of the chicken breasts and place them in the middle of the baking sheet. Liberally brush 1/2 cup BBQ sauce on both sides of the chicken.
  • In a medium bowl, add the sweet potato, 1 cup pineapple, and onions. Toss with one tablespoon of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Place on one side of the baking sheet.
  • Toss broccoli with 1 Tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the broccoli to the other side of the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. The chicken will be done when it reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken and sweet potatoes from the baking sheet and set aside. Set the oven to broil.
  • Spread the broccoli on the baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass, press each floret to flatten. Drizzle with 2 Tablespoons lemon juice and sprinkle with 1/3 cup parmesan cheese. 
  • Broil for about a minute until the cheese has melted and begins to crisp. 
  • Shred the chicken, plate your dish, and enjoy!

Notes

Chop the sweet potatoes and onions into uniform pieces to ensure they cook evenly. Keeping the broccoli in larger pieces, as suggested, will help it not overcook compared to the denser sweet potatoes.
For an extra crispy start to your vegetables, preheat your baking sheet in the oven as it warms up. This helps to begin cooking the sweet potatoes and onions immediately, enhancing their texture.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They can be reheated in the oven or microwave until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 488kcal, Carbohydrates: 47g, Protein: 43g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Trans Fat: 0.02g, Cholesterol: 115mg, Sodium: 777mg, Potassium: 1347mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 14784IU, Vitamin C: 88mg, Calcium: 190mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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JENNIFER GAMBLE

Hello! I’m Jennifer, but you can call me Jen. I’m a wife and mom, cook, recipe developer, nutrition coach, and food photographer.

With a formal certification in nutrition and over a decade of hands-on experience in the online food industry, I bring a well-rounded perspective to all of the recipes here on Simply Macros.

As the creator and author, I ensure that every recipe not only looks visually appealing but is also grounded in sound nutritional principles.

I hope you enjoy these recipes as much as I enjoyed creating them.

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  1. JENNIFER GAMBLE says:

    5 stars
    This sheet pan chicken is a great meal when you want only a few dirty dishes and hands-off recipes.

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