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Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken and Vegetables

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken


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  • Author: Inez Rose
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken brings together tender chicken and roasted vegetables in one easy meal. Busy families need simple dinners that don’t sacrifice flavor, and this recipe delivers exactly that.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • ยฝ tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ยฝ tsp seasoned salt
  • ยผ tsp black pepper
  • 2 fresh lemons (zest and juice)
  • 5 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
  • 1ยฝ cups baby golden potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ยฝ tbsp additional minced garlic for broccoli

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then cut into 1.5-inch chunks. In a large mixing bowl, combine parsley, Italian seasoning, onion powder, paprika, seasoned salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces along with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and juice from both lemons. Toss everything together until chicken is evenly coated, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

2. Set your oven to 425ยฐF and let it preheat for at least 20 minutes. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.

3. Arrange baby carrots (halved lengthwise) and potatoes (halved or quartered) on your prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with most of your remaining seasoning blend, saving about 1 teaspoon. Toss vegetables to coat evenly and spread in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes.

4. Remove the pan from the oven after 20 minutes. Give vegetables a quick stir and push them to one side. Add broccoli florets with a bit more minced garlic, drizzle with the final tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with reserved seasoning. Place marinated chicken pieces on the other side of the pan, discarding excess marinade. Make sure nothing overlaps.

5. Return pan to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes. Chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165ยฐF. For extra browning, switch to broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully. Let everything rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Cut all vegetables to similar sizes so they finish cooking at the same time.

Use a meat thermometer instead of guessing for perfectly cooked chicken every time.

Store chicken and vegetables in separate containers for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350ยฐF oven for 10-12 minutes.

Chicken thighs work too and stay extra juicy, though they take about 5 minutes longer to cook.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 351
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 461mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 73mg