15 500-Calorie Sheet Pan Dinner Recipes to Help You Lose Weight

Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Giovana Vazquez, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee

Sheet-pan meals are a super easy way to get dinner on the table tonight, and these recipes are no more than 500 calories alongside protein and/or fiber to help support your weight loss goals. From pillowy gnocchi to marinated chicken and roasted veggies, we’re confident you’ll love these meals that come together on just one pan. Try our Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken with Broccoli & Potatoes or our Sheet-Pan Salmon with Broccoli tonight, and discover a delicious, healthy dinner that makes clean up easy.

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Sheet-Pan Chicken with Zucchini

Credit: Photographer: Ali Redmond.
Credit: Photographer: Ali Redmond.

From juicy chicken thighs to tender zucchini, everything cooks together on one sheet pan for a flavorful dinner with easy cleanup. Poblano peppers offer a nice heat, but you can easily swap them out for a green bell pepper if you want something milder. Cutting the chicken thighs in half ensures they cook at the same rate as the vegetables.

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Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken with Broccoli & Potatoes

Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.
Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

This sheet-pan lemon-pepper chicken dinner is packed with flavor and comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknights. A zesty lemon-mustard marinade infuses the chicken, while baby potatoes and broccoli roast until golden and tender. Everything’s finished with a drizzle of pan juices and a pinch of crushed red pepper for a hint of heat, if desired.

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Sheet-Pan Salmon with Broccoli

Credit: Ali Redmond
Credit: Ali Redmond

Fresh, fast and full of flavor, this sheet-pan salmon with broccoli is a healthy weeknight winner. Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and support heart health. A zesty mix of lemon, garlic and olive oil brings brightness to both the tender salmon and the roasted broccoli. Everything roasts together quickly, so cleanup is minimal and dinner is on the table in no time.

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Sheet-Pan Lemon-Garlic Cod with Roasted Vegetables

Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.
Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

This sheet-pan cod and vegetables recipe is a simple, flavorful meal where everything cooks together on one pan for easy cleanup. The cod is nestled in a foil packet, so the herbed butter and juices keep the fish tender and moist while the vegetables roast beautifully.

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Sheet-Pan Crispy Chicken with Squash & Tomatoes

Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Giovana Vazquez, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee
Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Giovana Vazquez, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee

This sheet-pan crispy chicken is an all-in-one meal that delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. The trick lies in the clever use of the sheet pan: tender vegetables roast in the center, while the chicken cooks along the outer edges where the oven runs hotter. This allows the chicken to develop a golden, crispy crust with just a light coating of cooking spray.

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Sheet-Pan Mojo Chicken with Green Beans & Potatoes

Credit: Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Shannon Goforth, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali.
Credit: Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Shannon Goforth, Prop Stylist: Breanna Ghazali.

This sheet-pan mojo chicken is a bold, citrusy dinner that’s easy to throw together on a single pan. The chicken marinates in a zesty blend of citrus juices and oregano, infusing it with Cuban-inspired flavors. Instead of discarding all of the marinade, the onions and garlic are removed and roasted on the chicken as a savory topping that adds extra depth. Crisp-tender green beans and red potatoes round out the meal, soaking up the flavorful juices as they roast.

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The Only Weight-Loss Sheet-Pan Dinner You Need

Credit: Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist; Joshua Hoggle
Credit: Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist; Joshua Hoggle

This sheet-pan miso-garlic chicken and broccoli dinner is low in calories, but high in protein to keep you satisfied—a key combination if you’re trying to lose weight. This easy recipe uses only one baking sheet to make a complete meal, with a full serving of protein and plenty of roasted veggies. This recipe can easily be doubled if you want leftovers the following day; just use two baking sheets instead of one, and rotate the pans halfway through cooking.

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Sheet-Pan Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Vegetables

Credit: Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
Credit: Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

This lemon-garlic chicken recipe is a protein-packed meal that’s perfect for cozy nights with family or friends. Using just one sheet pan, this dish combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a medley of vegetables for an easy, complete dinner with minimal cleanup. The magic lies in the quick marinade—a zesty blend of buttermilk, honey and Dijon mustard—that infuses the chicken with flavor and helps it stay extra juicy during roasting.

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Sheet-Pan Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Lindsey Lower
Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Lindsey Lower

Roasting the vegetables in the oven before blending them intensifies their flavors, resulting in a deeply rich and flavorful fall soup. We love the sweet and nutty flavor of butternut squash, but any winter squash with a similar texture, such as acorn, honeynut or kabocha squash, can be used in its place.

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Sheet-Pan Balsamic Chicken & Asparagus

Credit: Ali Redmond
Credit: Ali Redmond

This chicken and asparagus recipe is a simple one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Chicken cutlets are coated in a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, roasting right alongside tender asparagus for an easy, well-balanced dinner. If you don’t have chicken cutlets on hand, you can easily make your own by slicing two 8-ounce chicken breasts in half horizontally. The thin cut ensures quicker, more even cooking, so everything on the sheet pan finishes at the same time for a fuss-free, delicious dinner.

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Sheet-Pan Baked Feta with Bell Peppers & Chickpeas

Credit: Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
Credit: Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

This vegetarian sheet-pan dinner features briny feta cheese, chickpeas and vegetables all roasted on a single baking sheet for easy cleanup. The feta cheese softens but holds its shape in the oven. Aleppo pepper is mild and sweet. If you don’t have Aleppo pepper on hand, sweet paprika can be used in its place.

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Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken with Broccoli & Tomatoes

Credit: Ali Redmond
Credit: Ali Redmond

This sheet-pan lemon-pepper chicken with broccoli and tomatoes offers a blend of vitamin-rich vegetables and lean protein with a healthy dose of fiber to fill your plate. Lemon pepper seasons the dish, adding brightness and spice.

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Portobello Sheet-Bread Fajitas

Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

These veggie-packed sheet-pan portobello fajitas are well-seasoned with a smoky spice blend and served with a zesty avocado-yogurt crema. Top them with your favorite garnishes for an easy vegetarian dinner.

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Sheet-Pan Sesame Chicken with Carrots & Baby Bok Choy

Credit: Rachel Marek
Credit: Rachel Marek

This sheet-pan dinner features roasted chicken thighs, baby bok choy and roasted carrots dressed with a sweet sesame glaze. Sriracha offers a mild spice, but serve with more if you want to turn up the heat.

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