Sheet Pan Pad Thai delivers all the bold, savory-sweet flavors of classic pad thai with a fraction of the effort, all cooked together on one pan in the oven for easy cleanup and a fast weeknight dinner. Made with rice noodles, shrimp, crisp vegetables, eggs, peanuts, and tangy pad thai sauce, it has everything you love about the takeout favorite — without the hassle.
Recipe Highlights
- One-pan simplicity: Everything cooks together on a single sheet pan, which means fewer dishes and far less hands-on time than traditional pad thai.
- Weeknight-friendly timing: From prep to table in about 36 minutes, making this an easy pad thai option for busy evenings.
- Classic pad thai flavor: You still get the sweet, tangy, savory balance you expect from pad thai, thanks to bottled sauce, eggs, peanuts, and lime.
- No stovetop juggling: Skip the soaking, stirring, and constant monitoring — the oven does most of the work.
- Easy to customize: Swap the shrimp for chicken, adjust veggies, or add heat without changing the method.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Shrimp: Peeled, deveined, and tail-off shrimp cook quickly and stay tender in the oven.
- Rice noodles: Pad thai–style noodles soften perfectly after a quick boil and finish cooking on the pan.
- Green cabbage: Adds texture and holds up well to roasting.
- Red bell pepper: Brings sweetness and vibrant color.
- Green onions: Add mild onion flavor throughout and freshness on top.
- Pad Thai sauce: Using a bottled sauce keeps this recipe fast and foolproof.
- Eggs: Scrambled right on the pan for classic pad thai texture.
- Roasted peanuts: Add crunch and nutty flavor.
- Lime wedges: Brighten and balance the dish just before serving.
- Cilantro: Optional, but adds a fresh finish.
Tips for Success
Full instructions for making the recipe can be found on the recipe card below, but here are a few helpful tips.
- Don’t overcook the noodles: They should be softened but still slightly firm before baking, since they’ll finish cooking in the oven without turning mushy.
- Reserve the noodle water: That starchy water helps loosen the noodles and ensures everything bakes up saucy instead of dry.
- Watch the shrimp closely: Shrimp cook fast — once they form a loose “C” shape and turn opaque, they’re done and perfectly tender.
- Use high heat: Baking at 425°F helps mimic the quick, hot cooking of a wok and prevents soggy vegetables.
- Toss gently: Rice noodles are delicate once softened, so stir carefully to keep them from breaking.
- Finish with lime: A squeeze of fresh lime right before serving brightens all the flavors and pulls the dish together.
How to Serve
Serve Sheet Pan Pad Thai straight from the pan with lime wedges. It pairs well with a simple cucumber salad or steamed edamame.
Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm gently in the microwave or in a skillet with a splash of water or sauce.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Pad Thai Recipe
Sheet Pan Shrimp Pad Thai is an easy one-pan dinner made with rice noodles, shrimp, veggies, eggs, and bold pad thai sauce.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 325kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled, deveined, tail-off, and thawed
- 8 ounce package Pad thai style rice noodles
- 2 cups green cabbage shredded
- 1 cup red bell pepper sliced thinly
- ½ cup green onion sliced + more for garnish
- 12 ounce bottle of Pad Thai sauce
- 3 large eggs beaten
- ½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- lime wedges for serving
- cilantro chopped for serving
Instructions
- Cook the noodles. Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 6 minutes until softened but not fully cooked. Reserve ¾ cup of cooking water, drain, and rinse noodles with cold water.
- Prepare the pan. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with foil, parchment, or a silicone mat and lightly grease with nonstick spray.
- Layer noodles and vegetables. Spread noodles evenly on the pan and pour reserved water over them. Top with cabbage, bell peppers, and green onions.
- Add sauce and bake. Pour half the pad thai sauce over the noodles and vegetables and gently toss to coat. Bake for 12 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Add shrimp. Arrange shrimp evenly on top and drizzle with remaining sauce. Bake for 4 minutes, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Cook the eggs. Clear a 4-inch space in the center of the pan, pour in beaten eggs, and bake for 3 minutes.
- Finish and serve. Scramble the eggs, then stir everything together. Top with peanuts, green onions, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 1129mg | Potassium: 303mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 856IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg
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FAQs
Can I use chicken instead of shrimp?
Yes. Use bite-sized chicken breast and add it earlier so it has time to cook through.
Do I need to rinse the noodles?
Yes. Rinsing stops the cooking process and prevents sticking.
Can I prep this ahead of time?
Vegetables and shrimp can be prepped in advance, but the dish bakes best fresh.
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Sheet Pan Pad Thai is an easy pad thai recipe that delivers big flavor with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something better than takeout.
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