Description
One-Pan Garlic Lemon Chicken & Veggie Bake is a deliciously easy meal that fills your kitchen with the enticing aroma of garlic and lemon. This vibrant dish combines tender chicken breasts with crisp-tender vegetables in a single baking pan, making cleanup a breeze. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, zucchini)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange chicken in the center of the baking dish; surround with mixed vegetables. Drizzle marinade over everything and toss lightly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender-crisp.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with mixed veggies (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg