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Easy Crispy Lemon Herb Chicken and Veggies Meal Prep Recipe for Perfect Healthy Dinners

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A quick and easy meal prep recipe featuring crispy skin-on chicken breasts marinated in lemon herb flavors, paired with roasted veggies. Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken breasts (about 6–8 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
  • Optional garnishes: fresh parsley, chopped; extra lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken breasts in the marinade until evenly coated. Let sit for at least 10 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the fridge for deeper flavor. Avoid marinating longer than 4 hours.
  2. While the chicken marinates, chop the broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and onion. Toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Set aside.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan on the stove over medium-high heat to warm up.
  4. Add a little olive oil to the hot skillet and lay the chicken breasts skin side down. Press down gently with a spatula or tongs to ensure even contact. Cook without moving until the skin is golden and crispy, about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Flip the chicken breasts over. Scatter the prepared veggies around the chicken in the skillet. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven.
  6. Roast until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the veggies are tender and slightly caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Stir the veggies halfway through cooking for even roasting.
  7. Remove skillet from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before marinating to ensure crispiness. Use medium-high heat for searing and avoid flipping too soon to prevent tearing the skin. Stir veggies halfway through roasting for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep chicken skin crispy. For reheating, use a skillet over medium heat to revive crispiness instead of a microwave.

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