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Easy Crispy Lemon Herb Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy lemon herb chicken thighs with roasted baby potatoes and green beans, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lemon (zested and sliced, plus fresh lemon juice)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound baby potatoes (halved; Yukon Gold or fingerlings)
  • 1/2 pound green beans or asparagus (trimmed)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crisp skin.
  3. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika.
  4. Toss the chicken thighs in the mixture until well coated. Let them sit for 10 minutes while prepping the veggies.
  5. Halve the baby potatoes and trim the green beans or chosen veggies.
  6. In another bowl, toss the potatoes and green beans with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice.
  7. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan, spaced out to roast rather than steam.
  9. Scatter the potatoes and green beans around the chicken in a single layer.
  10. Place thin lemon slices on top of the chicken and veggies for extra flavor and presentation.
  11. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping the veggies halfway through (about 15 minutes in) to ensure even cooking.
  12. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end for extra crispiness, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  13. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry before seasoning is crucial for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Let the chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy. For extra crispiness, broil briefly at the end. Leftovers reheat best in the oven to maintain crisp skin.

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