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Garlic Lemon Chicken: Your Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Weeknight Feast

Garlic Lemon Chicken: Your Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Weeknight Feast
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This Lemon Garlic Chicken is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner with just minutes of hands-on prep and a quick marinating time! The chicken turns out juicy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with zesty lemon, garlic, and herbs. Pair it with buttery potatoes and crisp broccoli for a complete sheet-pan meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Veggies

  • 1½–2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts – see notes)

  • 1 lb baby Dutch potatoes, quartered (halved if very small)

  • 3 cups broccoli florets

Lemon Garlic Marinade

  • ⅓ cup olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • 2 tsp lemon zest

  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp each: salt, pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, onion powder

  • ½ tsp each: paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, sugar

Parmesan Yogurt Herb Sauce (Optional but Recommended)

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan

  • ¼ cup chopped parsley

  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 Tbsp chopped chives (optional)

  • 1 Tbsp minced dill (optional)

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp ground cumin

  • ⅛ tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan (15×21″) with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.

  2. Marinate the chicken:

    • In a large resealable bag, combine all Lemon Garlic Marinade ingredients.

    • Remove 2 Tbsp of the marinade and set aside for the veggies.

    • Add chicken to the bag, seal, and toss to coat.

    • Let marinate 20 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the fridge.

  3. Bake the potatoes:

    • Toss the potatoes with 1 Tbsp reserved marinade and ¼ tsp salt on the sheet pan.

    • Spread in a single layer and bake for 15 minutes.

  4. Add broccoli and chicken:

    • Remove the pan and push potatoes to one side.

    • Add broccoli to the pan, toss with 1 Tbsp reserved marinade, and spread next to the potatoes.

    • Arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer on the other side.

  5. Bake again:

    • Return to the oven and bake 17–22 minutes, or until chicken reaches:

      • 170–175°F (for thighs)

      • 165°F (for breasts or cutlets)

  6. Make the sauce (optional):

    • While baking, whisk together all Parmesan Yogurt Herb Sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

    • Chill until ready to serve.

  7. Serve:

    • Plate the chicken, potatoes, and broccoli together.

    • Drizzle with the yogurt sauce or serve it on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Substitute chicken thighs with breasts or tenderloins — just adjust cook time as needed.

  • Try adding asparagus, green beans, or bell peppers for variety.

  • For a crispier finish, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

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