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One-Pan Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken and Veggies

Juicy lemon herb roasted chicken with colorful vegetables, all cooked on one pan. A simple, balanced, and easy weeknight dinner with bright lemon and cozy roasted flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs drumsticks, or chicken breasts
  • 1 pound baby potatoes halved
  • 2 large carrots chopped
  • 2 cups broccoli florets or green beans
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lemon wedges optional for serving
  • Fresh parsley optional for serving

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 knife
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  3. Add the chicken, potatoes, and carrots to the baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano or Italian seasoning, thyme or rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Drizzle the lemon herb mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Toss the vegetables to coat and rub some of the mixture over the chicken.
  7. Arrange everything in a single layer, leaving space around the chicken.
  8. Roast for 25 minutes.
  9. Add broccoli or green beans to the pan and toss lightly with the pan juices.
  10. Continue roasting for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part.
  11. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  12. Serve warm with lemon wedges and fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly. If using chicken breasts, check them earlier because they may cook faster than thighs or drumsticks. Add delicate vegetables like broccoli or green beans later so they stay bright and tender.