Description
A quick and easy one-pan recipe featuring savory chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Optional: fresh herbs for garnish (like parsley or basil)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Allow it to marinate for 10-15 minutes if time permits.
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper for easy cleaning.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in the center of the baking sheet.
- Arrange the broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the remaining marinade over the vegetables.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate the chicken longer for extra flavor, use a meat thermometer for perfect cooking, and customize with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg