Description
Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken is a delicious and effortless dish that brings together juicy chicken breasts, zesty lemon, and fragrant herbs in one pan. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, this recipe promises to delight everyone at your table with its vibrant flavors and minimal cleanup. Elevate your weeknight meals with this stunning dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped herbs.
- Place seasoned chicken on the baking sheet and pour marinade over it, ensuring even coverage.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining sauce from the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz cooked)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg