Description
A vibrant and nutritious Mediterranean-inspired sheet pan dinner featuring succulent chicken thighs roasted to perfection with golden baby potatoes and crisp broccoli florets. Infused with a bright, aromatic blend of fresh lemon, minced garlic, and savory herbs, this meal offers restaurant-quality results with minimal cleanup. It is a high-protein, wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 lb baby Dutch potatoes, quartered
3 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, basil, oregano, onion powder, paprika, cumin, thyme, and sugar.
Remove 2 tablespoons of the marinade and set aside in a small bowl.
Place chicken thighs in a sealable bag or bowl and coat with the remaining marinade. Let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
Toss the quartered potatoes with half of the reserved marinade and spread them on one side of the sheet pan.
Roast the potatoes for 15 minutes.
Remove the pan, add the marinated chicken and the broccoli florets (tossed with the remaining reserved marinade) to the sheet pan.
Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are fork-tender.
Serve warm, drizzling any remaining pan juices over the top.
Notes
Ensure potatoes are cut into uniform pieces to promote even cooking. If using chicken breasts instead of thighs, reduce roasting time by 5-8 minutes to prevent drying out. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Chicken Recipes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired