One Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken
A quick and delicious one pan meal featuring chicken, potatoes, and green beans, all seasoned with lemon and garlic for a comforting dinner in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken cutlets or thin chicken breasts
- 1 pound baby potatoes (or regular potatoes chopped small)
- 2 cups green beans (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional but makes it taste richer)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece lemon (zest and juice)
- Salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried Italian seasoning To taste
Instructions
Preparation and Cooking
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and place a sheet pan inside while it heats to ensure fast browning.
- Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on the heated pan and bake for about 12 minutes.
- While the potatoes are baking, pat the chicken dry and season it well.
- After 12 minutes, remove the pan from the oven, push the potatoes to one side, add the seasoned chicken, and scatter the green beans around.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken.
- In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and seasoning to prepare the sauce.
- When the chicken and vegetables are done, drizzle the prepared sauce over everything and serve hot.
Notes
This meal has a comforting flavor profile and is perfect for impressing guests with minimal effort. You can customize the recipe with different veggies or seasonings as desired.