Lemon-Herb Chicken with Garlic-Roasted Potatoes

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Juicy chicken breasts baked with fresh herbs and lemon, served with crispy garlic potatoes for a simple yet elegant weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs olive oil, thinly sliced lemon, finely chopped fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

★ 3.8 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped rosemary, 1 tsp chopped thyme, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over both sides of chicken; arrange in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2: Place 1.5 lbs halved baby potatoes around chicken, then top with 2 sliced lemons and remaining 2 minced garlic cloves; drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes, then pour 1/4 cup chicken broth around edges and continue baking for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are golden and crisp.
  4. Step 4: Rest chicken for 5 minutes before serving with roasted potatoes and pan juices.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Herb Chicken with Garlic-Roasted Potatoes 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-Herb Chicken with Garlic-Roasted Potatoes?

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 olive oil from drying out.

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

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-Herb Chicken with Garlic-Roasted Potatoes 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-Herb Chicken with Garlic-Roasted Potatoes gluten-free?

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

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