One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken (Print view)

Juicy lemon-herb chicken with a colorful medley of roasted vegetables, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 5.3 oz each

→ Marinade & Seasonings

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Vegetables

10 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 0.4 inch rounds
11 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
13 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
14 - 7 oz baby potatoes, halved
15 - 5.3 oz green beans, trimmed

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a large rimmed baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add chicken breasts to the marinade and turn to coat thoroughly. Allow to rest for 10 minutes while preparing vegetables.
04 - Place carrots, bell peppers, red onion, baby potatoes, and green beans on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season lightly with salt and pepper, then toss to coat and spread evenly.
05 - Nestle the marinated chicken breasts among the vegetables and pour any leftover marinade over the top.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.
07 - Switch the oven setting to broil and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes if a deeper color is desired.
08 - Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Finish with a final squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Zesty lemon-herb flavor
  • Easy one pan dinner
02 -
  • Swap vegetables as desired (e.g. zucchini broccoli or asparagus work well)
  • For extra flavor add a few lemon slices to the pan before roasting
03 -
  • Let chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes for best flavor
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked
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