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With sheet pan recipes, your commitment to healthy eating can fit in easily with family meals and a busy schedule. They are easy to assemble and clean-up, plus the ingredients all cook together while you take care of other responsibilities or just relax. With so many choices, you’re sure to find a few that the whole household will be excited to eat. To help you get started, we’ve gathered 30 of our favorite sheet pan dinner recipes (plus some dinner side dishes!) that will turn meal time into a feast in your home.
1. Sheet Pan Pesto Salmon and Veggies >
Simple can be elegant. Like this six-ingredient dinner that features moist, tender salmon with a flavorful topping of pesto. The side dishes—baby potatoes and green beans—cook right alongside it, so it’s all done perfectly and at the same time. If your family doesn’t love salmon, you can substitute tilapia or chicken breast. Click here for the full recipe! >
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2. Cajun Sheet Pan Shrimp and Vegetable Boil >
Your family will clamor for this New Orleans style feast. They’ll rave about the succulent shrimp, baby potatoes, sweet corn and crunchy bell peppers, all seasoned with herbed butter drizzle. You’ll love that each serving has less than 200 calories and the whole meal comes together in about 30 minutes. Click here for the full recipe! >
3. Baked Sheet Pan Chicken Sausage and Gnocchi >
Gnocchi (pronounced “noh-kee”) are tender little potato dumplings that pair perfectly with chicken sausage. We add mushrooms and onions for flavor, green beans for crunchy texture and top it all with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This filling meal will satisfy even the biggest appetites. Click here for the full recipe! >
4. Greek Shredded Chicken Nachos >
Nacho-style dishes are a fun way to eat healthy ingredients of all kinds. This version features Greek flavors, starting with a base of crispy whole-wheat pita chips. Pile on shredded chicken breast, creamy feta cheese, tangy tomatoes, chopped onions and olives, heat up and dig in. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More5. Simple Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas >
Dinner gets festive when you serve fajitas made with hearty flank steak, seasoned to your taste with Southwestern style spices. It cooks to juicy perfection in the oven, along with tenderized sweet peppers and onions. All of the ingredients get wrapped up in firm, whole-wheat tortillas, topped with avocado slices, non-fat sour cream and plenty of salsa (an unlimited Free food). Click here for the full recipe! >
6. Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage and Sweet Potato Fries >
No one will think you’re serving “diet food” when you bring this hearty meal to the table. The pork tenderloin is perfectly seasoned with fragrant spices and it’s accompanied by crunchy red cabbage and oven-browned sweet potato wedges. You get all of that for just 314 calories per serving. Click here for the full recipe! >
7. Orange Ginger Roasted Carrots >
Carrots are a non-starchy vegetable nearly everyone likes. In this dish, they’re roasted to bring out their natural sweetness, which is bumped up with honey, orange juice and a hint of ginger for zing. And all it takes is three simple steps from raw ingredients to eating. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More8. Marinated and Baked Beef Flank Steak >
Beef for dinner is a winner in so many households and you can enjoy it without slowing progress to your weight-loss goal. Start with a lean cut, like flank steak, and marinate it for a couple hours with a savory blend of seasonings to max out the flavor. Pop it in the oven and bake until it’s just the way you like it—rare, medium, or well-done—slice and serve. Click here for the full recipe! >
9. Sheet Pan Potatoes and Pears >
With their browned edges and soft, fluffy insides, roast potatoes are a pleasing side dish to many happy meals. Take them to another level by partnering them with warmed, sweet pears and red onions for zesty contrast. Our recipe makes eight servings, so it can feed a big hungry family on special occasions or just about any day. Click here for the full recipe! >
10. One Pan Salmon, Brussels Sprouts and Squash >
Salmon is high in protein, mild in flavor and simple to prepare to perfect fork-tenderness. We love it with crisp roasted Brussels sprouts and cubes of sweet butternut squash. You can get this complete meal together in under 30 minutes. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More11. Healthy and Cheesy Cauliflower Nachos >
Here’s a whole new take on nachos that will satisfy a craving and keep you on track to your weight-loss goal. First, slices of cauliflower get coated in taco spices and cooked until crisp. On top goes a layer of seasoned ground turkey and plenty of cheese, avocado and a chunky kind of salsa called “pico de gallo.” Plus, you can try the homemade spice blend on lots of other dishes. Click here for the full recipe! >
12. Sheet Pan Sesame Tofu >
Tofu isn’t just for vegetarians—it’s protein-rich, belly filling and it takes on any taste that you choose. In this dish, a sweet and savory sauce and crunchy sesame seeds bring the flavor to the tofu, which is paired with broccoli and carrots. You can add another vegetable by serving it over cauliflower rice or enjoy it with a SmartCarb like brown rice or quinoa. Click here for the full recipe! >
13. Garlic Soy Sheet Pan Tofu >
Garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes dial up the flavor of this classic Asian style dish. The extra-firm tofu is easy to cut into meaty cubes and it fills you up with lots of protein and fiber. Add crunchy sugar snap peas and scallions and you have a meal that’s as satisfying as your favorite takeout order. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More14. One-Pan Blackened Cod and Vegetables >
Mild-tasting cod fillets are an ideal lean protein—loaded with nutrients yet low in fats and calories. For this dish, we season it with a light spice blend that includes cayenne pepper, paprika and black pepper, then bake the fish until it’s fork tender and perfectly moist. Add Brussels sprouts and tangy cherry tomatoes and your feast is complete. Click here for the full recipe! >
15. Jalapeno Cheese Stuffed Chicken >
This simple meal is loaded with flavor but is made with just six ingredients. It features tender chicken breast, real cheeses and mildly spicy jalapenos. You can enjoy it with a fork and knife or slice it up and wrap it in a whole wheat tortilla. Bonus: Capsaicin, the compound that gives the peppers their heat, cranks up your metabolism for a few hours after you finish eating. Click here for the full recipe! >
16. Easy Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower >
Oven-roasting tenderizes and brings out the flavor in broccoli and cauliflower, two of the most nutrient-dense, non-starchy vegetables. Minced garlic, black pepper and lemon juice enhance their taste without adding extra calories. And because this dish is made with zero-calorie cooking spray instead of regular oil, you can enjoy as much of it as you want—it’s unlimited with your Nutrisystem plan. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More17. One-Pan Harissa Roasted Vegetables >
Looking for fresh ways to serve super-nutritious, non-starchy vegetables? Sheet pan recipes are the perfect way to cook up your favorite non-starchy options! Try flavoring them Mediterranean-style with harissa, a saucy paste made with roasted red peppers, spices and herbs such as garlic, caraway seeds and cumin. We spread it on roasted eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers and red onions, but you can try it with tomatoes, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, or just about any vegetable you and your gang enjoy. Click here for the full recipe! >
18. Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potatoes >
Sheet pan recipes have never been so easy and delicious. This rustic recipe is easy enough for your busy weeknights yet fancy enough to serve up at your holiday feast. Create the perfect side dish with sliced sweet potatoes, fresh rosemary, light butter and garlic. Throw it in the oven until it reaches crispy perfection. Click here for the full recipe! >
19. One-Pan Pesto Chicken Bake >
We love all of the great ideas that Nutrisystem members share with us through our Recipe Submission page. This simple but tasty dish came from Lisa, a busy nurse, who used just four ingredients to make a dinner her family loves. All you need are chicken breasts, fresh tomatoes, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, a jar of pesto and about 30 minutes to whip it up for your gang. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More20. One Pan Chicken Parmesan and Green Beans >
Chicken Parmesan is a favorite for many families but it often takes lots of work and time to make and clean up. With this sheet pan recipe, you get everything you love—moist chicken breast coated in crunchy breadcrumbs, melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese and plenty of tangy marina sauce—but it’s easy to prepare even on busy nights. Add the green beans and the dinner is done. Click here for the full recipe! >
21. One-Pan Tofu Fajitas >
Sheet pan fajita recipes are a fun meal that you can adapt to include the ingredients you like. This version is made with extra-firm tofu marinated and seasoned with spices like chili powder, green chili peppers, cumin and garlic to give the flavor a bit of pop. Combine the tofu with bell peppers and onions, then place them all together in a whole-wheat tortilla and your choice of toppings, including avocado slices, salsa and fresh lime juice. Click here for the full recipe! >
22. Easy 10-Minute Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas >
Shrimp fajitas are made quick and easy in a simple sheet pan dinner recipe that’s easy to prepare. This dinner tastes like your dining out at your favorite restaurant. No one will guess that you put it together in just 10 minutes! Featuring shrimp, colorful bell pepper strips, sliced onions and a flavorful blend of seasonings baked to perfection and stuffed inside warm whole wheat tortillas, your family will be begging you to make this dish every week! Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More23. Roasted Bok Choy >
You don’t typically find bok choy on the average list of sheet pan recipes. Our Roasted Bok Choy is the perfect way to get in your greens. Featuring a tangy sauce and crunchy almond topping, this 100-calorie roasted vegetable recipe is a weight loss win. Click here for the full recipe! >
24. 3-Ingredient Ranch Croutons >
Making your own crunchy salad topper is super easy with this healthier recipe! Baking them on a sheet pan ensures that each crouton reaches crispy perfection. The ranch dressing mix gives them extra flavor so you don’t have to add as much salad dressing. Genius! Make sure to also try out our sheet pan crouton recipes for Healthier Italian Croutons and Chili Garlic Croutons. They both come together on a sheet pan and are perfect for your throwing into your dinner side salad. Click here for the full recipe! >
25. Roasted Rosemary Beets and Carrots >
Create a colorful veggie side dish that’s perfect for the fall season. Beets, carrots and onions are tossed in olive oil and rosemary and roasted on a sheet pan until tender yet crispy. We love this meal with roasted turkey for a nutritious and delicious Flex meal. Click here for the full recipe! >
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Read More26. Spicy Teriyaki Tuna Steak >
Tuna may seem intimidating to prepare but this sheet pan dinner recipe makes it easy! Ahi or yellowfin tuna is the ideal choice as it is typically less expensive than other varieties but still tasty with a mild flavor. We cover it in a teriyaki glaze and bake for about 10 minutes. It’s simple yet delicious! Click here for the full recipe! >
27. Roasted Green Beans and Mushrooms with Honey Balsamic Drizzle >
Here’s another roasted veggie recipe that’s simple to make on a sheet pan! We transform boring green beans into a flavor-packed sheet pan side dish recipe. The homemade honey balsamic drizzle completes this easy dish and provides a sweet and savory flavor. Pro Tip: It would also make the perfect salad dressing! Click here for the full recipe! >
28. Ricotta Pesto Eggplant Pizza >
Pizza is made quick and easy with this simple sheet pan dinner recipe. We all know the hardest part about making pizza is the dough. However, it becomes the easy step in this Ricotta Pesto Eggplant Pizza recipe! Eggplant slices are topped with pesto, ricotta cheese and figs and baked until melty and delicious. A drizzle of balsamic reduction gives the recipe a gourmet twist. Click here for the full recipe! >
Make sure to also try out our other eggplant sheet pan pizza recipes below:
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Read More29. Curry Roasted Vegetables >
From radiant roots like potatoes and carrots to non-starchy friends like onions and cauliflower, these Curry Roasted Vegetables are the perfect accompaniment to any dinner. They are the perfect sheet pan veggie recipe to spice up your weight loss menu. Click here for the full recipe! >
30. Bell Pepper Nachos >
This is “nacho” average nacho recipe! Spicy, cheesy and packed with nutrition, these Bell Pepper Nachos are the ultimate low carb side dish or appetizer. Plus, they come together in a few minutes on a sheet pan, so they’re easy to make AND enjoy. They are definitely one of our favorite sheet pan recipes. Click here for the full recipe! >
