Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes

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Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared with a bright lemon and garlic sauce, paired with crispy oven-roasted potatoes. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 45 minutes pairs kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. On a baking sheet, toss 1 lb quartered small red potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25 minutes, turning halfway until golden and crispy.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, season 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until deeply golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium and add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1/4 cup chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve chicken alongside roasted potatoes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 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 Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with 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 kosher salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with 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 Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Stovetop Lemon-Garlic Chicken with Roasted Potatoes?

Mediterranean 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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