Description

This Golden Roasted Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet is a flavorful and colorful dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of garden vegetables. The zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and earthy thyme infuse the chicken with delicious flavors, while the vibrant vegetables add a pop of color and freshness to the dish. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or a special weekend meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

2 large chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme leaves

For the Vegetables:

1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, black pepper, salt, and thyme. Rub this mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Prepare the Vegetables: In a large skillet, arrange the broccoli, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, and lemon slices around the chicken breasts. Drizzle lemon juice over the vegetables.
Bake: Roast the chicken and vegetables in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Optional: If desired, sprinkle chili flakes over the dish before serving.

Notes

You can customize the vegetables in this recipe based on your preferences or what’s in season.
Feel free to add fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 90mg