Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Veggies

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

A one-pan wonder with juicy chicken thighs and caramelized vegetables, finished with bright lemon and fresh herbs for a perfect weeknight meal. This American-inspired sheet-pan recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, sliced 1/2-inch thick zucchini
• 1, cut into 1-inch wedges red onion
• 1 lb, halved baby potatoes
• 1, sliced thin lemon
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, toss zucchini, red onion, and potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, rosemary, and thyme until coated.
3. Step 3: Spread vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Arrange chicken thighs on top, skin-side up, and top with minced garlic and lemon slices.
4. Step 4: Roast for 25 minutes until chicken is golden brown and reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, stirring vegetables halfway through until edges are crispy and tender.