Crispy Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Broccoli
A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy lemon garlic chicken thighs roasted alongside tender, caramelized broccoli. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- Toss chicken thighs in half of the marinade until well coated; set aside the remaining marinade for the broccoli.
- Arrange chicken thighs skin side up on a large rimmed sheet pan, spacing pieces evenly.
- Toss broccoli florets in the remaining marinade and spread around the chicken on the sheet pan.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes. About halfway through (around 15 minutes), baste chicken with pan juices and gently toss broccoli for even roasting.
- Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and that skin is golden and crispy; broccoli should be tender and slightly caramelized.
- For extra crispy skin, broil chicken for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Toss broccoli halfway through cooking for even caramelization. Broil briefly at the end for extra crispy chicken skin. Fresh broccoli is preferred over frozen for best texture. Leftovers reheat well in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
Keywords: sheet pan dinner, lemon garlic chicken, crispy chicken, roasted broccoli, easy weeknight meal, healthy dinner, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb