Description
This One-Pan Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken boasts mouthwatering flavors and a simple preparation. Perfect for a quick dinner, it features juicy chicken marinated with fresh herbs and garlic, accompanied by seasonal vegetables that make for a healthy, fulfilling meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 cups seasonal vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots), chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and make sure it's well coated.
- Prepare a sheet pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly; arrange the chicken on the pan.
- Surround the chicken with the chopped seasonal vegetables.
- Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes.
- Halfway through, monitor the cooking progress.
- When finished, ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before removing it from the oven.
- Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, garnished with chopped herbs or lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
Feel free to swap seasonal vegetables based on what’s available.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
