If you're looking for a healthy dinner that's easy to make, packed with protein, and loaded with fresh flavor, this Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Broccoli is about to become your new weeknight favorite. Juicy, oven-roasted chicken thighs are marinated in a bright lemon garlic herb sauce, then roasted alongside tender broccoli until perfectly caramelized—all on one pan!Not only does this meal deliver a delicious balance of lean protein, healthy fats, and nutrient-rich vegetables, but it also keeps cleanup to a minimum. Whether you're meal prepping for the week, feeding a hungry family, or simply trying to get a wholesome dinner on the table fast, this easy sheet pan chicken recipe has you covered. The combination of fresh lemon, garlic, oregano, thyme, and olive oil creates a Mediterranean-inspired flavor that's simple enough for busy weeknights but impressive enough for guests. Best of all, dinner is ready in about 40 minutes with very little hands-on time.❤️ Why You'll Love This Recipe✨ One pan = easy cleanup🍋 Bright, fresh lemon garlic flavor🥦 Loaded with nutritious broccoli🥩 High in protein and naturally low in carbs⏱️ Perfect for busy weeknights🥗 A balanced meal with protein, healthy fats, and vegetables🌿 Made with simple pantry ingredients👨👩👧 Family-friendly and meal prep approvedTips for the Best Lemon Garlic Chicken💛 Pat the chicken dry before marinating for crispier skin.🥦 Don't overcrowd the pan so everything roasts instead of steams.🍋 Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest flavor.🧄 Fresh garlic provides the best flavor compared to jarred garlic.Meal Prep + Storage📦 Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.❄️ Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months.🔥 Reheat in the oven or air fryer to help keep the chicken skin crispy.🥗 Portion into meal prep containers with rice or quinoa for easy lunches throughout the week.More Easy Weeknight Dinners You'll Love🍋 Lemon Garlic Chicken + Tomatoes — A bright and flavorful skillet dinner made with juicy chicken, fresh garlic, and blistered tomatoes.🍗 Sheet Pan Chicken Piccata — Crispy chicken thighs roasted in a buttery lemon caper sauce with minimal cleanup.🍤 Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp — A quick 20-minute sheet pan dinner loaded with garlic, lemon, and buttery goodness.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt divided
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning divided
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 large head broccoli cut into florets
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, mustard, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and black pepper until fully combined.
- Place the chicken thighs into the bowl and toss to coat fully.
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and place the chicken on one side of the prepared sheet pan.
- Bake for 30 minutes, remove from the oven and add the broccoli florets. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Toss so the broccoli is coated and return the sheet pan to the oven.
- Bake for another 15 minutes until the broccoli is al dente.
- Optional: broil for 2-3 minutes for a more golden finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 1048mgPotassium: 807mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1083IUVitamin C: 140mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 2mg
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