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Lemon Chicken Tray Bake

Lemon Chicken Tray Bake

450kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Total 1 hour
Make this easy lemon chicken tray bake recipe for a juicy, flavorful one-pan meal roasted with potatoes and herbs. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.
Servings 4 servings
Course Dinner
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper divided
  • 1 pound baby potatoes halved
  • 1 large lemon thinly sliced
  • 1 head garlic cloves separated and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Measuring spoons

Method

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat the chicken thighs completely dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl. Toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. On a large, rimmed baking sheet, combine the halved baby potatoes, lemon slices, and peeled garlic cloves. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and the chopped rosemary. Toss everything with your hands until the potatoes are well coated.
  3. Arrange the potato mixture in a single layer on the baking sheet. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs evenly amongst the potatoes and lemons.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. The potatoes should be starting to soften and the chicken should be partially cooked through.
  5. Carefully remove the tray from the oven and pour the 1/2 cup of chicken broth over the chicken and potatoes. Return the tray to the oven and continue roasting for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
  6. Remove the tray from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the finished dish with the chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories450kcalCarbohydrates25gProtein35gFat24gSaturated Fat5gPolyunsaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat13gCholesterol160mgSodium700mgPotassium800mgFiber3gSugar2gVitamin A400IUVitamin C30mgCalcium60mgIron3mg

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