Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken with Mediterranean Vegetables### Overview

A simple, flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender roasted chicken thighs, briny olives, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for a weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup###ings

4 servings

Prep

15 minutes

Time

45 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
  -1, zested ju
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 dried
  /2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  cup baby potatoes, halved
• cup Kalamata olives, pitted-1 small red onion, cut into
• 1 zucchini, sliced into half-monds
  -1/2 chicken or vegetable broth
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven 425°F (220°C). the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice oregano, thyme, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Stir form paste.
3. Rub the paste evenly over the chicken thighs and set aside.
4. In a large oven-safe, arrange potatoes, red onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and.izzle with a little olive oil and season with and pepper.
5. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs among the vegetables. Pour broth into the skillet.
6. Roast in the preheated oven for 35–45 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender.
7. If desired, switch to the broiler 2–3 minutes to brown the skin slightly.
8. Remove from oven and let rest for minutes. Garn with chopped parsley before serving.

Tips

• For a heartier meal, add bell peppers or artichoke hearts to the roasting pan.
• Swap thighs boneless,less if preferred (adjust cooking time to avoid drying out).
• Use whole olives with pits for authentic flavor; remove pits serving.

Nutrition Snapshot (per, approximate)

• Calories: 420–480
• Protein: 28–32 g
• Carbohydrates: 22–28 g
• Fat: 22–28 g
• Fiber: 46 g

Vari

• Herb swap: Replace oregano thyme with rosemary for a piney aroma.
  Spice lift: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes a kick.