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Garlic Lemon Chicken Recipe

Garlic Lemon Chicken Recipe

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This Garlic Lemon Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of juicy chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, and broccoli, all infused with flavors of garlic, lemon, and herbs. It’s a one-pan wonder that’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp sugar

For the Vegetables:

  • 1 pound baby Dutch potatoes, quartered
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Yogurt Parmesan Herb Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon minced dill (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Combine the chicken with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and seasonings. Let it marinate for 20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Vegetables: Toss potatoes with olive oil and salt. Bake for 15 minutes. Add broccoli and chicken, then bake for an additional 17-22 minutes.
  4. Make the Yogurt Parmesan Herb Sauce: Whisk together all the sauce ingredients and refrigerate until serving.

Notes

  • You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
  • Feel free to customize the herbs and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.

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Keywords: Garlic Lemon Chicken, One-Pan Chicken Dinner, Roasted Chicken and Vegetables