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Easy Crispy Lemon Herb Chicken Recipe with Spring Vegetables

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A quick and satisfying recipe featuring crispy skin-on chicken breasts marinated in lemon and fresh herbs, roasted alongside vibrant spring vegetables for a fresh and comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste (kosher recommended)
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup sugar snap peas, ends trimmed
  • 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
  • 1 cup baby potatoes (Yukon Gold), halved
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped thyme and rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Toss the chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring the skin side is well coated. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Toss asparagus, sugar snap peas, carrots, and baby potatoes in a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts skin side down and press gently with tongs to keep skin flat.
  6. Sear chicken until skin is golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for 1 minute.
  7. Nestle the prepared vegetables around the chicken breasts in the skillet.
  8. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
  9. Remove skillet from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve chicken alongside roasted vegetables, spooning pan juices over the top.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before marinating for best crispiness. Let chicken rest at room temperature before cooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Reheat leftovers in a skillet or oven to maintain crispy skin. Optional red pepper flakes add heat. For low-carb, substitute potatoes with cauliflower or zucchini.

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