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Easy One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs Recipe with Zucchini and Tomatoes for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring juicy lemon herb chicken thighs roasted with tender zucchini and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, Parmesan cheese, parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary and thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Toss the chicken thighs in the marinade, coating evenly. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature if time allows, otherwise proceed immediately.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  4. Slice zucchinis into half-moons and halve cherry tomatoes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
  5. Place marinated chicken thighs skin-side up in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, spacing evenly.
  6. Scatter zucchini and tomatoes around the chicken and pour any leftover marinade over the veggies.
  7. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes. After 15 minutes, gently toss the vegetables for even roasting.
  8. Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crisp. Cover loosely with foil if veggies brown too fast.
  9. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Optional: squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

[‘Pat chicken thighs dry before marinating to ensure crispy skin.’, ‘Use bone-in, skin-on thighs for best flavor and juiciness.’, ‘Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the chicken and veggies.’, ‘Flip vegetables halfway through cooking for even caramelization.’, ‘Let chicken rest after roasting to keep it tender and juicy.’, ‘If desired, add smoked paprika or cayenne for a spicy twist.’, ‘Vegetables can be swapped seasonally (e.g., asparagus, bell peppers).’, ‘Dried herbs can be used at one-third the amount of fresh herbs.’, ‘Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and freeze for up to 3 months.’]

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Keywords: one-pan, chicken thighs, lemon herb, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, roasted vegetables, gluten-free, low-carb

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