5 Easy Sheet Pan Dinners for Back-to-School Weeknights

(That the Whole Family Will Love)

Back-to-school season is here—which means weeknights just got a whole lot busier. Between homework, sports, and the nightly “What’s for dinner?” chorus, it’s tempting to grab takeout. But with these easy weeknight dinner ideas, you can get a delicious family-friendly sheet pan dinner on the table in about 30 minutes, with minimal cleanup.

Each recipe uses Benissimo’s infused oils, which are designed to make cooking at home faster, easier, and more flavorful. From garlicky roasted chicken to Italian-inspired sausage and veggies, these easy dinner recipes will help you feed your family well—without spending hours in the kitchen.

1. Roasted Garlic & Herb Chicken with Baby Potatoes

Featuring Benissimo Roasted Garlic Oil

Serves: 4 | Prep + Cook Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved

• 2 cups green beans, trimmed

• 3 tbsp Benissimo Roasted Garlic Oil (rosemary, garlic, thyme)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

2. Toss chicken, potatoes, and green beans in Benissimo Roasted Garlic Oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.

3. Arrange chicken in the center of the pan, with potatoes and green beans around it.

4. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping green beans halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are tender.

Why it works: One pan, minimal dishes, and a garlicky-herb flavor that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.

2. Mediterranean Veggie & Chickpea Bake

Featuring Benissimo Mediterranean Garlic Oil

Serves: 4 | Prep + Cook Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 red onion, sliced

• 3 tbsp Benissimo Mediterranean Garlic Oil (garlic, oregano, thyme, basil)

• Feta cheese for topping (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Toss all vegetables and chickpeas in Benissimo Mediterranean Garlic Oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread evenly on a sheet pan and roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

4. Top with crumbled feta before serving, if desired.

Why it works: This vegetarian option is hearty, colorful, and packed with Mediterranean flavors the whole family will enjoy.

3. Avocado Oil Honey Mustard Salmon & Veggies

Featuring Benissimo Avocado Oil

Serves: 4 | Prep + Cook Time: ~25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets

• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed

• 1 lb baby carrots

• 3 tbsp Benissimo Avocado Oil

• 2 tbsp honey

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together Benissimo Avocado Oil, honey, and Dijon mustard.

3. Place salmon, asparagus, and carrots on a lined sheet pan. Brush everything generously with the honey mustard mixture.

4. Roast for 12–15 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Why it works: Mild and healthy, this dish balances sweetness and tang, while avocado oil gives everything a golden, roasted finish.

4. Italian Sausage & Veggie Sheet Pan Dinner

Featuring Benissimo Italiano Oil

Serves: 4 | Prep + Cook Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 Italian sausages (mild or sweet for kids, spicy if you like heat)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

• 1 zucchini, sliced into coins

• 1 red onion, sliced

• 3 tbsp Benissimo Italiano Oil (thyme, sun-dried tomatoes, de arbol peppers, basil, oregano)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Slice sausages into 1-inch pieces. Toss with veggies and Benissimo Italiano Oil until well coated.

3. Spread evenly on a sheet pan and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

Why it works: A colorful Italian-inspired dinner that’s hearty, flavorful, and ready in less time than it takes to order pizza.

5. Balsamic Garlic Chicken & Brussels Sprouts

Featuring Benissimo Balsamic Garlic Oil

Serves: 4 | Prep + Cook Time: ~30 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved

• 1 cup baby carrots

• 3 tbsp Benissimo Balsamic Garlic Oil (balsamic vinegar, basil, garlic, crushed red pepper, oregano)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Toss chicken, Brussels sprouts, and carrots with Benissimo Balsamic Garlic Oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange on a sheet pan and roast for 25–30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are caramelized.

Why it works: Sweet and tangy balsamic glaze meets roasted veggies for a dish even picky eaters can get behind.

A Few Sheet Pan Success Tips

• Use parchment paper or foil for the easiest cleanup.

• Don’t overcrowd the pan—it helps everything roast evenly.

• Cut vegetables into similar sizes so they cook at the same rate.

Back-to-school doesn’t have to mean back to boring dinners. With Benissimo infused oils, you can whip up a flavorful easy weeknight dinner in just 30 minutes—no complicated steps, no endless pile of dishes, just healthy, delicious sheet pan dinners that the whole family will love.

Ready to make weeknights easier? Stock up on your favorite Benissimo infused oils and turn every busy evening into an easy family dinner worth gathering around the table for.