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Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Potatoes

Chicken thighs and chunky potatoes roast together on one pan with fresh herbs and bright lemon for a complete dinner in under 30 minutes. This is the weeknight roast that actually tastes like you tried.

Total time
28 min
Servings
4
Calories
485
Protein
42g
Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Potatoes
comfortsimpleamericanchickencrispytenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F and line a sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.

  2. Step 2

    Toss potatoes with 2 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on pan.

  3. Step 3

    Pat chicken thighs dry, season with salt and pepper, then arrange skin-side up on the pan with potatoes.

  4. Step 4

    Scatter herbs and lemon zest over everything, then drizzle with 1 tbsp oil.

  5. Step 5

    Roast 22–24 minutes until chicken skin is golden and potatoes are fork-tender.

  6. Step 6

    Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pan and serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • sheet pan (18 x 13 inch)
  • aluminum foil
  • instant-read thermometer (optional; thighs are done at 165°F thigh meat)

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