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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans Delight

A flavorful one-pan meal of juicy chicken thighs, crispy potatoes, and green beans infused with lemon and herbs; a Mediterranean escape.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs or breasts, adjust cooking time
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 whole Lemon zest and juice
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Potatoes Yukon gold preferred
  • 2 cups Green Beans fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup Olives optional
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or goat cheese
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Sheet Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the chopped potatoes and sliced onions with olive oil, half of the minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread mixture evenly on the prepared sheet pan and roast for 15 minutes.
  3. Combine the chicken thighs with the remaining garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until chicken is evenly coated.
  4. After 15 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and place the marinated chicken thighs among the potatoes. Add green beans around the chicken.
  5. Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked to 165°F (75°C) and vegetables are tender.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled feta over chicken and green beans and roast for an additional 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  7. Remove from the oven, let rest, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve directly from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep ingredients in advance for an even quicker dinner solution. Keep leftovers for up to 3-4 days in the fridge.

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