Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes

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Juicy chicken breasts baked in a zesty lemon and dill marinade, served alongside tender garlic roasted potatoes with a crispy finish. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs lemon juice, fresh dill, chopped, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Place 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them, coating evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: While chicken marinates, toss 1 lb halved baby potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika in a separate baking tray.
  3. Step 3: Place the chicken and potatoes in the oven. Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the potatoes until golden and tender, about 30 minutes. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep lemon juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Lemon-Dill Chicken with Garlic Roasted Potatoes?

Mediterranean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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