Chicken
Sheet-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans
Golden lemon-garlic chicken roasts alongside tender potatoes and lightly blistered green beans for a complete dinner with one pan to wash.
Inspired by Weeknight sheet-pan chicken dinners
Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Serves
4 servings
Difficulty
Easy
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Missing 10 ingredients
- • 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered
- • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 4 pieces)
- • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- • 4 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1 lemon, zest and juice divided
- • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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- 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, quarteredMissing
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 4 pieces)Missing
- 1 pound green beans, trimmedMissing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, dividedMissing
- 4 garlic cloves, mincedMissing
- 1 lemon, zest and juice dividedMissing
- 1 teaspoon dried oreganoMissing
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, dividedMissing
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepperMissing
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsleyMissing
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Recipe notes
Start the potatoes first so the chicken and beans finish at the same time. Use two sheet pans if necessary; crowding steams the vegetables.
Planning, storage, and serving
Storage and reheating
Refrigerate cooked portions in shallow containers for up to 4 days. Reheat chicken to 165 F; revive potatoes and beans in a 400 F oven if desired.
Make-ahead tips
Trim beans and mix the lemon-garlic seasoning a day ahead. Quarter potatoes just before cooking to prevent browning.
What to serve with it
- - Simple green salad
- - Extra lemon wedges
- - Plain yogurt-herb sauce
Equipment needed
- - Large rimmed sheet pan
- - Mixing bowls
- - Instant-read thermometer
Difficulty explained
Staggered pan additions give each component the right roast time without complicated technique.
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Pitfalls to Watch Out For
- Crowding one pan prevents the potatoes from browning.
- Beans added at the start will become limp and overcooked.
- Chicken thickness varies; a timer is no substitute for checking 165 F at the thickest part.
Nutrition Context
- Chicken supplies protein, potatoes contribute satisfying carbohydrate, and green beans add vegetables and fiber.
- Approximate per-serving nutrition assumes the pan oil and juices are divided evenly.
FAQ
Can I use frozen green beans?
Fresh beans roast more reliably; thaw and dry frozen beans thoroughly if using them.
Why start the potatoes alone?
Potatoes need longer than the chicken and green beans to become tender and browned.
Can I use chicken breast?
Yes. Start checking temperature earlier; breast still needs to reach 165 F.
Do I need two sheet pans?
Use two if the ingredients cannot sit mostly in one layer; crowded food will steam.
When should I add lemon juice?
Add it after roasting so the citrus stays fresh and bright.
What sides pair best with this dish?
Good pairings include Simple green salad; Extra lemon wedges; Plain yogurt-herb sauce. Choose one or two based on how substantial you want the meal to be.