Name: One-Pan Lemon Chicken & Veggies – Easy Weeknight Dinner Idea
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4-6 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless, skin-on optional); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme; 1 medium zucchini, sliced; 1 large red bell pepper, sliced; 2 medium carrots, sliced diagonally; 1 cup broccoli florets; 1 cup baby potatoes, halved

Description

A wholesome one-pan lemon chicken dinner bursting with bright flavors and colorful roasted veggies, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale

4–6 chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless, skin-on optional)

3 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lemon zest

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme

1 medium zucchini, sliced

1 large red bell pepper, sliced

2 medium carrots, sliced diagonally

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup baby potatoes, halved

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper, and oregano in a bowl.

3. Add chicken to the marinade and coat thoroughly, then marinate for 15-30 minutes.

4. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper and spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5. Arrange marinated chicken among the vegetables, spacing for even roasting.

6. Roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping vegetables halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.

7. Squeeze additional lemon juice over the dish and garnish with parsley before serving.

8. Store cooled chicken and vegetables in separate containers and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: roasting
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving

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