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Sheet Pan Lemon Balsamic Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 40m
  • Total Time: 0h 55m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A simple and flavorful sheet pan recipe featuring juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts roasted alongside tender baby potatoes. The chicken and potatoes are coated in a tangy lemon balsamic marinade with garlic, thyme, and rosemary, making for an easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Vegetables

  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved

Marinade & Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a sheet pan by lightly greasing it or lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful marinade.
  3. Marinate the chicken and potatoes: Add the chicken breasts and halved baby potatoes to the bowl and toss until everything is evenly coated in the marinade.
  4. Arrange on sheet pan: Place the marinated chicken breasts and potatoes in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan, ensuring the potatoes are cut side down for better roasting.
  5. Roast in oven: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C) and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove the sheet pan from the oven, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and potatoes, and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, broil the dish for an additional 3-5 minutes at the end of cooking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  • Feel free to substitute baby potatoes with fingerling or new potatoes.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled for larger servings using an extra-large sheet pan.
  • Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.