Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli

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Juicy, herb-infused chicken breasts paired with tender-crisp roasted broccoli for a balanced, flavorful dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken (whole30) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, garlic cloves, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) dry. Place on a baking sheet with 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp olive oil. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over chicken.
  2. Step 2: Toss 3 cups broccoli florets with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Arrange around chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 22-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and broccoli is tender with slightly charred edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli?

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 (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli?

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 Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli 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.

Is Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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