Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner for Two
Mini Thanksgiving dinner on one sheet pan—herb turkey breast tenderloin, roasted potatoes, green beans, and cranberry finish for two. Early holiday practice dinner or small-scale Friendsgiving without a whole bird.
🛒Ingredients
- 1 to 1 1/4 pounds turkey breast tenderloin or boneless turkey breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 12 ounces baby potatoes, halved
- 8 ounces green beans, trimmed
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce for serving
- Fresh parsley for serving
🔧Kitchen Tools Needed
- Large sheet pan
- Instant-read thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Tongs
- Parchment paper
📝Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment or foil.
- 2
Pat turkey dry. Rub with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper, thyme, garlic powder, and paprika. Place on one side of the pan.
- 3
Toss potatoes and onion with remaining oil, melted butter, maple syrup, and remaining salt. Spread opposite the turkey.
- 4
Roast 20 minutes. Add green beans tossed with a drizzle of oil; roast 12–18 minutes more until turkey reaches 165°F in the thickest part and potatoes are tender.
- 5
Rest turkey 5–10 minutes; slice. Plate with vegetables and a spoon of cranberry sauce; garnish with parsley.
- 6
Food safety: turkey must hit 165°F; rest before slicing. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours; reheat to 165°F.
🥗Nutrition Information
⚡Calories per serving: 520
🏷️Recipe Tags
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Chicken instead of turkey?
Yes—use boneless chicken breasts; cook to 165°F (often 25–35 minutes total).
Gravy?
Warm make-ahead gravy or pan juices whisked with a splash of broth.
Crowded pan?
Use two pans so food roasts, not steams.
Stuffing on the side?
Bake stuffing muffins while the sheet pan rests.
Dark meat?
Turkey thighs need longer; cook separately to 165°F+ for tenderness.
