Sheet Pan Turmeric Chicken with Cauliflower (Printable)
Golden turmeric chicken paired with caramelized cauliflower and red onions, roasted together for a nourishing one-pan dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Vegetables
11 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
12 - 1 medium red onion, sliced into wedges
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
17 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, salt, pepper, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to marinate while preparing vegetables.
03 - In a separate bowl, toss cauliflower florets and red onion wedges with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
04 - Arrange marinated chicken thighs on the prepared sheet pan, skin-side up. Spread cauliflower and onion evenly around the chicken.
05 - Roast in preheated oven for 35 minutes, until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and skin is golden, with cauliflower tender and caramelized.
06 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sheet pan approach means youll only have one dish to wash while enjoying a meal that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
- The combination of turmeric and smoked paprika creates this incredible color that makes even the most ordinary weeknight feel like a special occasion.
02 -
- Dont crowd the pan or your vegetables will steam rather than caramelize, a mistake I made repeatedly until I started using a larger sheet pan.
- The turmeric will temporarily stain plastic containers and wooden spoons, so use glass or metal bowls for mixing the marinade if possible.
03 -
- Line your sheet pan with parchment or foil but leave a small border uncovered around the edges to allow for better heat circulation and more even browning.
- If your cauliflower isnt caramelizing as much as youd like, switch the oven to broil for the final 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.