This one-pan lemon herb chicken recipe is a simple and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with fresh herbs and zesty lemon. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
The recipe utilizes basic cooking techniques and can be easily adapted with your choice of vegetables. Enjoy a delicious meal that is both satisfying and healthy.
Easy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken
This dish features juicy chicken thighs marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then roasted alongside seasonal vegetables. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots)
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- Arrange in the Pan: In a large oven-safe skillet, arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up. Add the mixed vegetables around the chicken.
- Roast: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
This recipe is part of my 35 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
Jeff was a leader for Whole Foods Market for over 2 decades and is now a recovering foodie. When he's not spending time in the kitchen, he can usually be found with 3 daughters, practicing martial arts, making music, or blogging on his other sites.
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