Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

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Juicy roasted chicken thighs infused with fresh lemon and garlic, roasted alongside tender baby potatoes and green beans for an easy weeknight meal. This chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, baby potatoes, green beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. 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 "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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 International cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 bone-in chicken thighs, 1 lb halved baby potatoes, and 8 oz trimmed green beans to the bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients in the lemon-garlic marinade.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin side up on a large rimmed baking sheet. Spread the potatoes and green beans evenly around the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are tender and golden brown, stirring the vegetables halfway through cooking.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and juices to redistribute.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner?

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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner?

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 Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner 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 Herbed Lemon-Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner?

International 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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