Paleo Chicken Thigh Recipe with Roasted Vegetables

This paleo chicken thigh recipe is one of my favorite paleo chicken recipes! It's a sheet pan dinner with juicy baked chicken thigs, roasted veggies, and a delicious mustard herb sauce!

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And for more delicious dinner ideas, try my Cast Iron Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple Dijon Sauce, my Ricotta Lemon Pasta, and my Shrimp Macaroni Salad With Cajun Spices!

Easy Baked Paleo Chicken Thigh Recipe

I've made this easy sheet pan paleo chicken thigh recipe three times in the past week! It's SO good! Nothing too complicated -- just chicken thighs and some of my favorite veggies marinated and tossed in a bold, garlicky honey mustard marinade, with paprika and chili flakes for added spice! Then it's all baked in the oven until the veggies are tender and caramelized, and the chicken is crispy, juicy, and perfect!

I also love this sheet pan dinner because it's so flavorful, but so easy and customizable! You can adjust this recipe to your preferences and your schedule, and have a complete meal ready in no time!

I'll share some of my favorite ways to customize this paleo chicken thigh recipe below! And if you want to try another deliciously easy dinner, check out this Tuscan pork and white beans or chicken and dumplings!

Paleo and Gluten Free

The best part about this chicken thigh recipe is that it's paleo friendly and naturally gluten free! It's made with whole, unprocessed ingredients like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts and honey, and boasts lots of protein and nutrients from the chicken and vegetables.

This paleo chicken thigh recipe is certain to be a dinner you'll want to make over and over, not just because it tastes incredible, but also because it fits your dietary needs!

So now that you know why you'll love this paleo chicken thigh recipe, let's get into what you'll need to make it.

Ingredients

• bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs - this is my preference, but you can swap them for boneless skinless chicken thighs, or chicken drumsticks.
• sweet potatoes - I love the flavor of sweet potatoes with the honey mustard sauce in this paleo chicken thigh recipe!
• brussels sprouts - I leave my Brussels sprouts whole, but if you're using boneless skinless chicken you can cut your Brussels sprouts in half to cook faster.
• red onion - the red onion gets so sweet and jammy as it cooks in all the seasonings!
• garlic - I use about one clove of garlic per piece of chicken, but you can add more or tone it down as you prefer.
• olive oil - helps to crisp up the chicken and veggies.
• honey - this is my favorite party of the marinade! The honey complements the spicy and tangy flavors of the mustard and chili flakes, and caramelizes the chicken and veggies so nicely!
• organic dijon mustard - the bold flavor of dijon mustard is perfect in this paleo chicken thigh recipe! To ensure that your mustard is paleo-friendly, opt for an organic Dijon mustard that will be free of any additives.
• dried thyme - I like the ease of dried thyme, but fresh thyme is even better if you have it! Substitute 1 ½ tablespoons if you're using fresh thyme leaves.
• paprika - adds a bit of spice and color to this paleo chicken thigh recipe!
• red pepper flakes - you can adjust the amount to your preference, or omit them altogether - I like a lot of spice so I add a bit more!
• salt and fresh cracked pepper - the seasoning base for the chicken, to make sure it's nice and flavorful!

Equipment

The most important tool you'll need to make these sheet pan chicken thighs is -- you guessed it -- a sheet pan! I like The Big Sheet Pan from Nordicware -- it's the perfect ¾ sheet size to fit neatly into my oven, and it's a great high-quality aluminum for even cooking. Other than a sheet pan, you won't need any special tools, but here's what I recommend:

Step by Step

1. Trim your chicken and pierce the skin with the tip of a knife. Add to a large glass or ceramic bowl. This is where you'll toss the chicken with the marinade, so make sure the bowl has enough room for tossing! Season the chicken liberally on both sides with salt and pepper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together your marinade ingredients: garlic, olive oil, honey, mustard, paprika, thyme, and red pepper flakes. It's that simple!
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss it to coat all the chicken with the marinade. Then peel and chop your veggies and toss them in with the chicken and marinade, coating them well.
4. Now, depending on your schedule you can pop it in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight, or you can just cook it right away. Marinating the chicken will intensify the flavor, but you'll still get lots of great flavor either way. If you're not planning to marinate the chicken ahead of time, you can skip the bowl altogether and just mix everything up directly on the sheet pan!
5. When you're ready to cook your sheet pan chicken thigh dinner, preheat your oven to 425°F and spread everything onto a rimmed sheet pan lined with parchment paper, with the chicken skin side up.
6. Bake about 40-45 minutes, or until your chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temp of 165°F, and your veggies are caramelized and tender.

Tips and F.A.Q.

Customize it to fit your life!

The best part about this paleo chicken thigh recipe is that it's fully customizable! You can adjust the ingredients, flavors, and cook time to fit your tastes, your schedule, and your preferences!

• Swap the bone-in chicken thighs for boneless, skinless chicken thighs -- boneless, skinless chicken will cook faster, so they're perfect if you're in a rush, and they're a leaner choice that's still full of flavor! They also absorb the flavors in the marinade particularly well. You can also swap in chicken drumsticks for an easy, budget-friendly option!
• Change the veggies for your favorites -- the honey mustard marinade for this paleo chicken thigh recipe is perfect for any veggies you enjoy! Try it with other hearty veggies like white potatoes, broccoli, butternut squash, cauliflower, or carrots!
• Adjust the spice level -- the recipe calls for a half teaspoon of red pepper flakes, but if you're a spice lover like me you can add to that! Or you can cool down the spices by decreasing the chili flakes or omitting them altogether -- your sheet pan dinner will still be delicious!
• Adjust your marinating time depending on your schedule - if you're able to plan ahead with this paleo chicken thigh recipe, mix up your marinade the night before to maximize flavor! Or if you're in a rush, just toss the chicken in the marinade right before cooking. The longer you marinate, the deeper the flavors will penetrate, but either way it'll be great!
• Use this paleo chicken thigh recipe for meal prep! These chicken thighs and veggies are a great meal prep option because it's SO easy to make all at once! Just few steps on the weekend and then you're set to start your week with some complete, flavorful meals!

And for another yummy chicken recipe, you can try these pineapple BBQ chicken foil packs!

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Last Updated on August 29, 2024 by Chenée Lewis