Imagine a dinner that's not just delicious, but also requires minimal cleanup and maximum flavor - sounds too good to be true? Get ready to transform your weeknight cooking with this mouthwatering One Pan Lemon Chicken that combines tender, juicy chicken with caramelized butternut squash and crispy Brussels sprouts. In just 50 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy meal that will have your family begging for seconds and wondering how you became such a culinary genius!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Ensure the oven rack is positioned in the center for even cooking.
- Prepare the ingredients: Cut butternut squash into 1-inch cubes, halve the Brussels sprouts, mince the garlic, and juice the lemons. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Ensure even seasoning for maximum flavor.
- In a large sheet pan or roasting pan, spread the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and half of the minced garlic.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the vegetables. Distribute the remaining garlic evenly over the chicken.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire pan, ensuring chicken and vegetables are well-coated.
- Drizzle additional olive oil over the chicken and vegetables to help with browning and prevent sticking.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or additional lemon zest before serving.
Tips
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear and crispy exterior.
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes to guarantee even roasting and caramelization.
- Use a high-quality olive oil for better flavor and more even browning.
- Don't overcrowd the pan - give ingredients space to roast, not steam.
- Use a meat thermometer to precisely check chicken's internal temperature.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices and enhance tenderness.
- For extra zest, consider adding lemon zest alongside the juice for a more intense citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 363kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 34g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 85mg
