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One-Pot Lemon Herb Chicken with Vegetables

This easy one-pot chicken recipe with lemon, herbs, and a medley of vegetables is perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 cups baby potatoes halved
  • 1 cup carrots sliced
  • 1 cup green beans trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp thyme dried or fresh
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the baby potatoes, carrots, and green beans. Season with garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the lemon zest and juice to the pot along with 1/4 cup of water. Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
  4. Once everything is cooked through, serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 35gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights. The lemon adds a fresh, bright flavor while the chicken stays juicy and tender. You can also swap the vegetables based on what you have on hand.
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