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Healthy chicken recipe with roasted vegetables, lemon wedges, and seasoned chicken breast on a plate

Healthy Chicken Recipe with Roasted Vegetables and Lemon

This healthy chicken recipe features tender roasted chicken with crisp-tender vegetables, fresh lemon flavor, and simple seasoning. It is an easy, wholesome meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Vegetables
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
  • 3 cups mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini)
Seasoning and Serving
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the oven to 400°F / 205°C and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Coat the chicken breasts and mixed vegetables evenly with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetables across the baking sheet in a single layer.
Cooking
  1. Roast the chicken and vegetables for 20–25 minutes, checking that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C.
  2. Broil for 2 minutes if a deeper browned finish is desired.
  3. Allow the roasted chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice from the lemon wedges over the chicken and vegetables before serving.

Notes

Cut the vegetables into similar sizes to help them roast evenly with the chicken.