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One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli

Juicy, pan-seared chicken thighs finished in a bright lemon-garlic pan sauce alongside roasted broccoli for an easy, weeknight one-pan dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 530

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced, divided
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1.25 tsp salt divided
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
For the Vegetables & Sauce
  • 1 lb broccoli florets cut into bite-size florets
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter cold
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
For Serving
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 10-inch ovenproof skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

Prep
  1. Pat chicken dry and place in a bowl. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest from the lemon, smoked paprika, dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat and let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes while you preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. On a baking sheet, toss broccoli with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 0.25 tsp salt. Spread into a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until edges are browned and stems are tender-crisp. Stir once halfway through for even browning.
  3. Meanwhile, heat a 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken thighs, presentation side down (smooth side), and sear without moving for 4–5 minutes until golden-brown. Flip and sear the other side 2 minutes.
  4. Pour chicken broth and the juice of the zested lemon into the skillet, scraping any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Stir in honey and red pepper flakes. Dot the cold butter around the skillet and spoon a little of the sauce over the chicken. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake 8–10 minutes until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 165°F.
  5. Remove skillet from oven and transfer chicken to a plate; tent with foil and rest 5 minutes. While chicken rests, return skillet to medium heat on the stove and simmer sauce 1–2 minutes to thicken slightly if needed. Toss roasted broccoli into the skillet to coat with a little sauce, or combine on a serving platter.
  6. Slice or serve whole chicken thighs over the roasted broccoli, spoon remaining pan sauce over everything, and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Taste and add a pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Tip: Let chicken sit at room temperature 10–15 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking. Substitution: Swap boneless thighs for bone-in (adjust oven time to 12–15 minutes). Make-ahead: Roast broccoli ahead and reheat in the pan sauce when chicken finishes. Serving suggestion: Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.