Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables
Juicy chicken breasts glazed with lemon and herbs, paired with roasted broccoli and carrots for a bright, balanced dinner. This mediterranean-inspired game day (mediterranean) ready in about 55 minutes pairs boneless chicken breasts, lemon juice, chopped fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 4, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, sliced carrots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Season 4 boneless chicken breasts with 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Brush with 1 tbsp olive oil and roast for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Toss 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced carrots with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp black pepper. Roast for 20 minutes until tender.
- Step 3: Mix 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp chopped thyme, and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. After chicken and vegetables are done, drizzle sauce over chicken and serve with vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables 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 Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables?
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 boneless chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables?
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-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables 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 Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Herbed Vegetables?
Mediterranean game day 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.