Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes is a simple and flavorful one-pan dinner that combines juicy chicken breasts or thighs with tender baby potatoes roasted to perfection. The dish features a bright and buttery lemon garlic sauce infused with fresh herbs, making it a comforting and easy meal ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinners.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Vegetables
- 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
Seasonings and Sauces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the chicken and potatoes.
- Prepare the Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat them with the flavorful seasoning mixture.
- Roast the Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes on a large sheet pan in a single layer and roast them in the oven for 15 minutes to start cooking and browning them.
- Prepare the Chicken Sauce: While the potatoes roast, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, remaining garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted butter in a small bowl to create a bright and buttery lemon garlic glaze.
- Brush Chicken with Sauce: Brush the lemon garlic mixture evenly over the chicken breasts or thighs, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Add Chicken to the Pan: Remove the sheet pan from the oven carefully and nestle the glazed chicken pieces among the partially roasted potatoes.
- Continue Baking: Return the sheet pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with additional lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Notes
- Add green beans or asparagus during the last 10 minutes of baking for added vegetables.
- Chicken thighs remain particularly juicy if you prefer dark meat.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
