Description
A simple and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken with a zesty lemon garlic marinade, paired with roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, broccoli)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and arrange the mixed vegetables around it.
- Roast for 25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
- Marinating longer (up to 30 minutes) enhances flavor.
- Use fresh vegetables for the best texture.
- If chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Chicken, Roasted Vegetables, Healthy Dinner, Mediterranean Recipe