Treat yourself to a delightful and easy-to-make meal with Roasted Chicken with Lemon-Garlic Green Beans! 🍗🍋🌿 Tender and juicy roasted chicken is paired with vibrant and zesty green beans seasoned with aromatic garlic and fresh lemon in this sheet pan dinner. It’s a flavorful and well-balanced combination that’s ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a special gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 🍗
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed 🌿
- 4 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
- 4 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced 🍋
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 🌿
- Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
- Lemon wedges (for serving) 🍋
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Chicken and Green Beans:
- With paper towels, dry the chicken thighs. On both sides, sprinkle them with salt and black pepper.
- Trimmed green beans are combined with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and half of the lemon zest in a mixing bowl. To taste, add salt and black pepper to the food.
- Arrange on the Baking Sheet:
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the lemon-garlic green beans on the other side of the baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer and not overlapping.
- Roast the Chicken and Green Beans:
- Over the chicken thighs, add the final 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Half of the lemon juice should be squeezed over the chicken; save the remaining juice for another use.
- When the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin turns golden and crispy, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 25 to 30 minutes. The green beans ought to have a light char on them and be tender.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven once the chicken and green beans are perfectly cooked.
- For an additional citrus flavor boost, add the remaining lemon zest to the roasted chicken and green beans.
- Add freshly chopped parsley as a garnish for a touch of freshness.
- Serve the Flavorful Sheet Pan Dish:
- Transfer the Roasted Chicken with Lemon-Garlic Green Beans to a serving platter or individual plates.
- Serve hot, and enjoy the delightful combination of succulent roasted chicken with the bright and zesty green beans.
👉 Roasted Chicken with Lemon-Garlic Green Beans is a refreshing and flavorful meal that requires minimal effort, making it a perfect choice for a delicious weeknight dinner or a delightful gathering with loved ones. 🍗🍋🌿