Lemon-Herb Crusted Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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Coated in a zesty herb crust, served alongside perfectly caramelized seasonal vegetables for a balanced, flavor-packed meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breasts, lemon zest, 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tsp, finely chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
2 tbsp olive oil
2 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds zucchini
1, thinly sliced red bell pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tsp chopped thyme, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary. Press this mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown with deep brown spots.
Step 4: Arrange 2 sliced zucchini, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the skillet. Sprinkle with 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15-18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender with slightly caramelized edges.