Grilled Lemon-Thyme Chicken with Garlic Smashed Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Juicy grilled chicken breasts infused with fresh lemon and thyme served alongside tender garlic smashed potatoes. This American Father’s Day recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh lemon juice, and fresh thyme leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 450 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 lbs small Yukon gold potatoes
• 2 tsp salt, divided
• 1 tsp black pepper, divided
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme leaves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, place 1.5 lbs small Yukon gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 15-18 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is nicely charred.
4. Step 4: Drain potatoes and place them on a baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato to about 1/2 inch thickness. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp unsalted butter, remaining 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Roast smashed potatoes in a preheated 425°F oven for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy on edges. Serve grilled chicken with the garlic smashed potatoes immediately.