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Easy Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken and Vegetables

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy lemon herb chicken thighs and tender roasted vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
  • 3 medium carrots, cut into sticks
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: drizzle of honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, olive oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well.
  4. Add the chicken thighs, halved baby potatoes, carrot sticks, and zucchini slices to the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  5. Arrange the chicken skin-side up on a rimmed sheet pan, spacing pieces apart to allow heat circulation. Scatter the vegetables around the chicken in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, checking vegetables at around 30 minutes and removing any that cook faster. Chicken is done when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crispy.
  7. Optional: For extra crispness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken skin dry before seasoning is crucial for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. For denser vegetables like potatoes, parboil for 5 minutes before roasting to speed cooking. Flipping vegetables halfway through baking helps even caramelization. Use a broil step at the end for extra crispy skin if desired. Leftovers reheat best in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.

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