Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Tender chicken breasts marinated in bright lemon and herbs, roasted with juicy cherry tomatoes for a one-pan weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs (5 oz each) chicken breasts, lemon, fresh rosemary 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 (5 oz each) chicken breasts
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat 4 chicken breasts dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
- Step 2: Zest and juice 1 lemon. Mix 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Step 3: Rub lemon-herb mixture evenly over chicken breasts. Place 2 cups cherry tomatoes around chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: Roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally and tomatoes are blistered and juicy.
- Step 5: Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with pan juices and serve with extra herbs.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes 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 Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
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 (5 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
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 Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes 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 Quick Lemon-Herb Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
