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Easy One-Pan Lemon Asparagus Chicken Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken thighs or breasts roasted with fresh asparagus and cherry tomatoes, brightened with lemon and garlic for a flavorful, fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 lb / 450 g), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 250 g), whole
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Set aside.
  3. Trim and cut asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes if using.
  5. In an oven-safe skillet, toss asparagus and cherry tomatoes with half of the lemon garlic marinade and spread evenly.
  6. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs on top of the vegetables and brush the remaining marinade over the chicken.
  7. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
  8. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.
  9. Serve chicken with roasted asparagus and cherry tomatoes, adding a lemon wedge on the side.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy edges. Do not overcrowd the pan to allow even roasting. Fresh lemon juice and zest added after cooking keeps citrus flavor vibrant. Use boneless skinless thighs for juiciness; breasts can be used but watch cooking time to avoid dryness. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently in skillet or oven to maintain vegetable texture.

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Keywords: one-pan, lemon chicken, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, roasted chicken, healthy recipe

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