There’s something deeply satisfying about throwing everything into one pan and letting the oven do the work. I’ve been making this one pan chicken and vegetables for years, and it never gets old. The chicken stays juicy while the vegetables caramelize around the edges, and everything soaks up those savory pan juices.
I started making this dish when my kids were younger and I needed something foolproof that would feed everyone without a lot of fuss. The beauty is in its simplicity. You toss everything with olive oil, season generously, and let the heat work its magic. The vegetables I use change with the seasons, but potatoes, carrots, and onions are my go-to trio. They hold up well to the longer cooking time and their natural sugars develop this wonderful sweetness.
Why One Pan Chicken Works Every Time
The key to getting this right is cutting everything into similar sizes so they cook evenly. I learned this the hard way after serving chicken with perfectly cooked potatoes alongside sad, mushy carrots. Now I cut the potatoes into chunks about the size of golf balls and slice the carrots into thick rounds. The onions get quartered so they don’t fall apart completely but still soften nicely.
Getting the Vegetables Just Right
This works beautifully for Shabbat dinner when you want something that feels special but doesn’t require last-minute attention. I’ll often prep everything in the morning and just slide the pan into the oven when we get home. Serve it with a simple salad and some crusty bread to soak up those pan juices.

Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken pieces completely dry with paper towels. Place in a large bowl.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and onions to the bowl with the chicken.
- Drizzle olive oil over everything and toss to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, and paprika.
- Sprinkle seasoning mixture over chicken and vegetables, tossing until everything is well coated.
- Arrange chicken pieces and vegetables on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Don't overcrowd.
- Roast for 35-45 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender and golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve directly from the pan.
