Easy Weeknight Stress-Free Dinner: One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken

When it comes to weeknight dinners, simplicity is key. This one-pan meal combines juicy lemon garlic chicken with a colorful medley of roasted vegetables for a stress-free dinner that's bursting with flavor. With minimal prep and cleanup required, it's the perfect recipe for busy evenings when you need a wholesome meal on the table fast.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 lemons, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a large oven-proof skillet or baking dish. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the chicken.
4. Drizzle the garlic herb mixture over the chicken, ensuring each breast is evenly coated.
5. In a separate bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes, broccoli florets, and sliced bell peppers with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Arrange the vegetables around the chicken in the skillet or baking dish.
7. Transfer the skillet or baking dish to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
8. Once cooked, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
9. Serve the lemon garlic chicken and roasted vegetables hot, and enjoy your stress-free weeknight dinner!

This one-pan meal is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite seasonal vegetables or swap the chicken for another protein like salmon or tofu. With minimal prep and cleanup required, it's sure to become a go-to recipe for busy weeknights.