Description
This Sheet Pan Lemon Balsamic Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a simple and flavorful one-pan meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The tangy balsamic marinade paired with the freshness of lemon creates a delicious combination that coats the tender chicken and crispy potatoes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Potatoes:
- 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Potatoes: In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Sheet Pan: Arrange marinated chicken and seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake: Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender, flipping the chicken halfway through.
- Serve: Serve the Lemon Balsamic Chicken and Potatoes hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers and onions to the sheet pan.
- Make sure to adjust cooking time if using chicken thighs or if the chicken breasts are thicker.
- For extra lemon flavor, squeeze additional fresh lemon juice over the finished dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Sheet Pan, Lemon Balsamic, Chicken, Potatoes, Easy, Weeknight Dinner
