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Lemon Garlic Chicken with Parmesan Herb Sauce Recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken with Parmesan Herb Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Stacy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Garlic Lemon Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy sheet pan dinner that combines tender chicken thighs with seasoned baby potatoes and broccoli. The dish is elevated with a zesty lemon garlic marinade and can be served with a creamy Parmesan yogurt herb sauce for added richness.


Ingredients

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Chicken and Veggies

  • 1 1/22 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 pound baby Dutch potatoes, quartered, halved if super small
  • 3 cups broccoli florets

Lemon Garlic Marinade

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt, pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, sugar

Parmesan Yogurt Herb Sauce (Optional, recommended)

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon minced dill (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt, ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the Lemon Garlic Marinade ingredients in a freezer size sealable bag. Marinate the chicken for 20 minutes.
  2. Line a large sheet pan with foil. Toss potatoes with reserved marinade and salt. Bake for 15 minutes.
  3. Add broccoli and chicken. Bake for 17-22 minutes until chicken reaches desired temperature.
  4. Prepare Yogurt Parmesan Herb Sauce. Refrigerate until serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg