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Sheet pan with lemon chicken breasts, colorful veggies, and fresh herbs ready for dinner meal prep.

One-Pan Lemon Chicken & Veggies for Easy Dinner Meal Prep


  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This easy one-pan recipe combines juicy lemon-marinated chicken breasts with colorful roasted vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep, it delivers vibrant flavor, minimal cleanup, and healthy comfort in every bite.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb/450g)
  • 2 lemons (zest and juice)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 34 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 3 cups assorted vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, red onion)
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • optional: grated Parmesan or feta cheese

  • Instructions

    1. In a large bowl whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper

    2. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly; marinate for 20–30 minutes in the refrigerator

    3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper

    4. Toss chopped vegetables with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried herbs

    5. Arrange marinated chicken on one side of the pan and spread vegetables on the other side, leaving space between pieces

    6. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping vegetables halfway through

    7. Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 165°F (74°C)

    8. If desired, broil for 2–3 minutes to achieve extra browning on vegetables

    9. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing

    10. Serve with an extra squeeze of lemon and sprinkle with Parmesan or feta if using

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: oven
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 350
    • Sugar: 5
    • Sodium: 450
    • Fat: 15
    • Saturated Fat: 3
    • Unsaturated Fat: 12
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 20
    • Fiber: 4
    • Protein: 30
    • Cholesterol: 85

    Keywords: one-pan, lemon chicken, veggies, easy dinner, meal prep, sheet pan, weeknight dinner, healthy recipes, comfort food