Sheet-Pan Smoky BBQ Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Red Onions

This quick and flavorful sheet-pan dinner features tender BBQ-glazed chicken breasts paired with caramelized sweet potatoes and red onions. Perfect for busy weeknights, it delivers a smoky and savory meal in under 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.

⏱️ 19 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
Sheet-Pan Smoky BBQ Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Red Onions
Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
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Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ 450°F
2

Toss sweet potatoes and red onion slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on one half of the sheet pan.

⏱️ 1 minute
3

Brush chicken breasts with remaining olive oil and season with the rest of the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place on the other half of the pan.

⏱️ 1 minute
4

Bake for 10 minutes. Remove pan, brush BBQ sauce evenly over chicken, and return to oven for 5 more minutes or until chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender.

⏱️ 15 minutes 🌡️ 450°F
5

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
32g
Protein
26g
Carbs
13g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, bell peppers, zucchini, or broccoli can be added—just chop to similar sizes for even cooking.

Chicken is done when it reaches 165°F internally and juices run clear; use a meat thermometer for best results.

You can prep the veggies and season the chicken up to a day ahead. Bake when ready to serve for best texture.

Peeling is optional; you can leave the skin on if you prefer extra fiber and texture.

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