Lemon-Herb Chicken & Asparagus Sheet Pan Dinner

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A simple, flavorful one-pan meal with tender lemon-herb chicken thighs and perfectly roasted asparagus, ready in 32 minutes with minimal cleanup. This Mediterranean one-pot recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs Boneless chicken thighs, Asparagus, and Olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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: 22 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place 1 lb skinless boneless chicken thighs in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Season chicken with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, then drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and rub to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 1 bunch (12 oz) trimmed and cut asparagus pieces around the chicken on the sheet pan, then scatter 1 lemon's finely grated zest, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme over everything.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 20-22 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and asparagus is tender with slightly charred edges.
  5. Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, then serve directly from the sheet pan for easy presentation.

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