Roasted Cauliflower Chicken Sheet Pan (Printable)

Seasoned chicken thighs and cauliflower florets roasted together on one pan. Served over fluffy rice for an easy, satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, approximately 1.1 lb

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets, approximately 1.3 lb
03 - 1 medium red onion, sliced

→ Marinade & Seasonings

04 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, optional

→ For Serving

11 - 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
03 - Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add cauliflower florets and sliced red onion to the remaining marinade. Toss well to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread cauliflower and red onions evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Nestle chicken thighs among the vegetables.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cauliflower is golden and tender.
07 - While roasting, prepare the rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
08 - Divide cooked rice among serving plates. Top with roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan so you spend more time eating and less time scrubbing dishes
  • The spice rub creates this incredible crust on the chicken while making cauliflower actually exciting to eat
  • Its one of those meals that looks impressive but comes together in under 15 minutes of active work
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan will steam everything instead of roasting it, so use two pans if yours looks crowded
  • The chicken releases juices as it cooks, so let the pan rest for 5 minutes before serving to let those flavorful liquids redistribute
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before tossing it in the spices for better browning
  • Let the sheet pan cool slightly before serving so those pan juices thicken slightly
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