You may never have the time or energy to wield several pots and pans like a contestant on Top Chef — but that doesn't mean you can't pull together a healthy meal any night of the week. If you're unfamiliar, you'll want to get to know the sheet pan recipe [1]: these one-dish wonders [2] require minimal ingredients and prep time, without sacrificing on flavor or nutrients. And the ones here are low-carb. So, whatever your goals — whether to lose weight [3], or honestly, just get dinner on the table before your kids melt down — grab a pan and watch your oven do the work.
Garlic Ranch Chicken and Veggies
There might be nothing more family-friendly than simple, crisp-tender chicken and veggies. Just substitute the potatoes for a low-carb option like zucchini or brussels sprouts.
Get the recipe: garlic ranch chicken and veggies [5]
Sheet Pan Breakfast Fajitas
Nothing says weekend brunch quite like a plateful of eggs and avocado. They'll keep you fueled with healthy fats [6] and protein, while the peppers deliver essential vitamins.
Get the recipe: sheet pan breakfast fajitas [7]
Parmesan Crusted Salmon With Roasted Broccoli
This salmon dish takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish, and the winning combination of perfectly seasoned and lightly crispy will satisfy any crowd.
Get the recipe: parmesan crusted salmon with roasted broccoli [8]
Chicken and Cauliflower "Shawarma"
This high-protein recipe is inspired by the spices found in shawarma. To make it low-carb, try swapping lettuce cups for the pita bread.
Get the recipe chicken and cauliflower "shawarma" [9]
Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp
Serve this simple five-ingredient shrimp dish with salad, cauliflower rice, or roasted veggies for a light and flavorful dinner.
Get the recipe: sheet pan garlic butter shrimp [10]
Roast Chicken With Fennel and Olives
The only thing better than a whole chicken is one infused with onion, garlic, and lemon, and roasted atop fennel, olives, and a low-carb vegetable of your choice.
Get the recipe: roast chicken with fennel and olives [11]
30-Minute Zucchini Pizza Boats
All the things you love about pizza — tomato sauce, cheese, abundant toppings — minus the carb-laden crust. (You won't miss it.)
Get the recipe: 30-minute zucchini pizza boats [12]
Sheet-Pan Fajitas
Taco Tuesday just got a serious upgrade. Serve this basic chicken fajita filling any way you want: with cauliflower rice or low-carb tortillas, and always guacamole and cheese.
Get the recipe: sheet-pan fajitas [13]
Roasted Tofu, Cauliflower, and Broccoli
High in protein and low in carbs, this vegan recipe isn't lacking in flavor, thanks to garlic powder and ground cumin.
Get the recipe: roasted tofu, cauliflower, and broccoli [14]
Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale
Come for the dark leafy greens and omega-3s, stay for the mustard and dill dressing.
Get the recipe: salmon with crispy cabbage and kale [15]
Crustless Quiche With Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese
It just sounds fancy, doesn't it? And if your brunch crowd has every dietary restriction imaginable, this recipe is sure to please — it's gluten-free and keto, and can be made Paleo or Whole30.
Get the recipe: crustless quiche with smoked salmon and goat cheese [16]
