One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling Potatoes

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A simple weeknight dinner with tender chicken, roasted potatoes, and fresh asparagus in a bright lemon-dill sauce. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs, halved lengthwise fingerling potatoes, bunch (12 oz), trimmed asparagus for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

★ 3.6 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper.
  2. Step 2: Toss potatoes and asparagus with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side up on top of vegetables. Roast for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and potatoes are golden.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Stir lemon zest, juice, garlic, and dill into remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Drizzle sauce over chicken and vegetables. Serve immediately with extra dill for garnish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling 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 One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling 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.

What goes well with One-Pan Lemon-Dill Chicken with Asparagus and Fingerling Potatoes?

American 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.

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