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One-Pan Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken and Potatoes with Broccoli
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One-Pan Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken and Potatoes with Broccoli
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One-Pan Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken and Potatoes with Broccoli

This easy one-pan baked chicken and potato dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Featuring a zesty lemon pepper style marinade, succulent chicken legs or thighs, tender baby potatoes, and crisp tenderstem broccoli, it comes together effortlessly for a flavorful and satisfying meal. The simple preparation and minimal cleanup make it an ideal choice for busy evenings.
#Chicken
#Potatoes
#One-Pan
#Baked
#Weeknight Dinner
#Lemon Pepper
#Easy
#Healthy-ish
Marinated Chicken and Potatoes Ready for Baking
Marinated Chicken and Potatoes Ready for Baking

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
1h
Total Time
3
Servings
Easy
Mediterranean-inspired
English
Nutrition (per serving)
550
Calories
45g
Protein
35g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Chicken and Potatoes Baking in the Oven
Chicken and Potatoes Baking in the Oven

Ingredients

  • Butter
    (Melted)

    2 tbsp
  • Olive Oil

    1 tbsp
  • Garlic
    (minced)

    4 cloves
  • Coriander
    (finely chopped)

    1 cup
  • Smoked Paprika

    2 tsp
  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Black Pepper
    (or to taste)

    1 tsp
  • Lemon Juice

    1 lemon
  • Lemon Zest

    1 tsp
  • Chicken Legs or Thighs

    6 pieces
  • Baby Potatoes
    (halved)

    200 g
  • Tenderstem Broccoli
    (approx. 1 head)

    200 g
  • Chicken Stock

    4 tbsp
Servings: 3
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Finished Baked Chicken, Potatoes, and Broccoli
Finished Baked Chicken, Potatoes, and Broccoli

Instructions

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  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 200ยฐC (390ยฐF). Melt the butter and prepare all marinade ingredients: mince garlic, finely chop coriander, zest and juice half a lemon.
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    Preheat your oven to 200ยฐC (390ยฐF). Melt the butter and prepare all marinade ingredients: mince garlic, finely chop coriander, zest and juice half a lemon.
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    Preheating ensures even cooking. Have all ingredients measured for a smooth process.
  • 2

    In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped coriander, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly to create the marinade.
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    In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped coriander, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly to create the marinade.
    2m

    Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if needed before adding chicken.
  • 3

    Pat the chicken legs or thighs dry with paper towels. Halve the baby potatoes.
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    Pat the chicken legs or thighs dry with paper towels. Halve the baby potatoes.
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    Patting chicken dry helps the skin crisp up and the marinade adhere better.
  • 4

    Add the chicken pieces and halved baby potatoes to the bowl with the marinade. Toss everything together until the chicken and potatoes are well coated.
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    Add the chicken pieces and halved baby potatoes to the bowl with the marinade. Toss everything together until the chicken and potatoes are well coated.
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    Use your hands (with gloves) to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  • 5

    Transfer the marinated chicken and potatoes to a large baking tray, spreading them out in a single layer. Pour the chicken stock over the ingredients on the tray.
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    Transfer the marinated chicken and potatoes to a large baking tray, spreading them out in a single layer. Pour the chicken stock over the ingredients on the tray.
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    Don't overcrowd the pan; use two trays if necessary to allow ingredients to roast, not steam.
  • 6

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is partially cooked and the potatoes start to soften.
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    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is partially cooked and the potatoes start to soften.
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    Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 74ยฐC (165ยฐF) when fully cooked.
  • 7

    Remove the tray from the oven. Add the tenderstem broccoli to the tray, tossing it gently with some of the pan juices.
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    Remove the tray from the oven. Add the tenderstem broccoli to the tray, tossing it gently with some of the pan juices.
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    Adding broccoli later prevents it from becoming overcooked and mushy.
  • 8

    Return the tray to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the potatoes are tender, and the broccoli is crisp-tender.
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    Return the tray to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the potatoes are tender, and the broccoli is crisp-tender.
    12m

    For extra crisp skin, you can broil for the last few minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • 9

    Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, then serve immediately. Garnish with fresh coriander if desired.
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    Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, then serve immediately. Garnish with fresh coriander if desired.
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    Resting the chicken allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender meat.
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