Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Spring Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts coated in a bright lemon-herb glaze, served with a medley of roasted seasonal vegetables. This french-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, 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.
Ingredients
- 4 (about 6 oz each, boneless, skinless) chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp, minced rosemary
- 1 tbsp, minced thyme
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 cups (asparagus, carrots, cherry tomatoes, cut into uniform pieces) mixed spring vegetables
- 1 tbsp butter
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with 2 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp minced rosemary, 1 tbsp minced thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 2: Arrange 2 cups mixed spring vegetables (asparagus, carrots, cherry tomatoes) around chicken on baking sheet.
- Step 3: Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with 1 tbsp melted butter before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Spring Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Spring 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 chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Spring 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 Roasted Spring 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 Roasted Spring Vegetables?
French 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
