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Garlic Lemon Chicken

A delightful dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its zesty and savory flavors, featuring juicy chicken marinated in a fragrant mixture of lemon, garlic, and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5-2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 pound baby Dutch potatoes Quartered, halved if super small.
  • 3 cups broccoli florets Freshly cut for best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup olive oil Adds richness to the marinade.
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced for robust flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice For brightness and acidity.
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest Intensifies the lemon flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds tanginess to the marinade.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Essential seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Essential seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika Enhances taste profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Enhances taste profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Enhances taste profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar Enhances taste profile.
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream Creamy element for dipping sauce.
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan For added umami and richness.
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley Fresh herb garnish to brighten the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Extra kick for the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives Optional for additional flavor and color.
  • 1 tablespoon minced dill Optional aromatic touch.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt To season the sauce perfectly.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin To season the sauce perfectly.
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper Just a hint enhances all flavors.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Combine all Lemon Garlic Marinade ingredients in a freezer-size sealable bag and reserve 2 tablespoons for later use on vegetables. Add the chicken thighs into the bag, seal it tightly, and turn it gently to coat all pieces well in the marinade.
  3. Line a large sheet pan with sides using foil and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
  4. Place quartered potatoes onto one side of the baking sheet, drizzle with the reserved marinade, and sprinkle with salt before tossing them together until evenly coated.
  5. Bake the potatoes alone at 400 degrees F for about 15 minutes until they start softening.
  6. After 15 minutes of baking, remove the pan from the oven; push potatoes aside and toss fresh broccoli florets in more reserved marinade before placing them next to potatoes along with seasoned chicken arranged in a single layer.
  7. Return everything back into the oven uncovered; bake until chicken reaches safe internal temperatures while simultaneously mixing yogurt sauce ingredients together in a bowl - refrigerate until serving!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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