Description
Lemon Chicken with Asparagus and Potatoes is a delightful one-pan meal that brightens any dinner table. Juicy chicken breasts are roasted alongside tender asparagus and fluffy potatoes, all enveloped in a zesty lemon glaze. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights, yet impressive enough for special occasions. With vibrant flavors and minimal cleanup, it’s bound to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 lb), trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; drizzle with olive oil.
- Prepare baby potatoes by halving them; trim asparagus ends.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
- In a large baking dish, combine chicken, potatoes, and asparagus; pour the lemon mixture over everything and toss until well-coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and vegetables are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz) with vegetables
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg