Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe with Roasted Broccoli for Perfect Weeknight Dinner
A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy lemon garlic chicken thighs and roasted broccoli, perfect for a flavorful and fuss-free weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium fresh lemons (1 for zest and juice, 1 sliced for roasting)
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Set aside.
- Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Zest one lemon and juice it. Slice the second lemon into thin rounds for roasting.
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the minced garlic, lemon zest, a pinch of salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up on one side of the sheet pan. Nestle lemon slices under and around the chicken.
- Spread the broccoli evenly on the other side of the pan in a single layer.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the remaining minced garlic over the chicken. Tuck some garlic under the chicken skin.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. At about 15 minutes, gently turn the broccoli with tongs for even cooking.
- Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should read 165°F (74°C). If needed, roast an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the chicken and broccoli before serving.
Notes
For extra crispy skin, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes but watch closely to avoid burning. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even roasting. Let the chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy. Leftovers can be reheated in a 375°F oven for 10 minutes to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
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