Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme

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Tender chicken breasts baked with a fragrant lemon-thyme glaze, served with roasted seasonal vegetables. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 43 minutes pairs chicken breasts, lemon, fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 345 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.

★ 4.5 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 28 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 345 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 4 chicken breasts dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped thyme, and lemon zest.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken in a baking dish, pour the lemon-thyme mixture over it, and gently rub to coat. Arrange 1 cup sliced zucchini and 1 cup baby carrots around the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally and vegetables are tender, basting once with pan juices halfway through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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 Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme?

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 chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme?

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 Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme 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 Herb-Glazed Chicken with Lemon and Thyme?

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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