Description
Effortlessly feed the family with delicious oven-roasted chicken thighs, tender potatoes, carrots, and broccoli. Includes complete cooking instructions and detailed nutritional breakdown.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 lbs small red potatoes, quartered
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large lemon, half sliced, half juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, the juice from half of the lemon, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 3: Add the chicken thighs, quartered potatoes, and chopped carrots to the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss everything until the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated.
- Step 4: Arrange the chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place lemon slices randomly among the ingredients. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Step 5: After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the broccoli florets to the pan, toss gently with some of the pan drippings, and return to the oven. Continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C) and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 6: Carefully remove the lemon slices and serve the roasted chicken and vegetables immediately.
Notes
- Store any delicious leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, perfect for a quick, wholesome lunch!
- To reheat, spread portions on a baking sheet and pop back into a 300°F (150°C) oven for about 10-15 minutes to gently warm and re-crisp the vegetables and chicken.
- While fantastic on its own, a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley or a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt mixed with a little extra lemon juice makes a delightful fresh accompaniment.
- For an extra bright burst of lemon essence, zest the entire lemon before juicing half of it, then add that fragrant zest directly into your seasoning mixture!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: food recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dinner plate portion (approx. 2 cups / 450g)
- Calories: 680
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 10g