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Healthy Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken Recipe with Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal featuring juicy lemon herb chicken breasts roasted alongside crispy cauliflower and crunchy chickpeas. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets (about 4 cups / 400 g)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Let sit for 10–15 minutes if possible.
  4. Toss cauliflower florets and drained chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Spread the cauliflower and chickpeas in a single layer on one side of a large rimmed sheet pan. Place the chicken breasts on the other side without overlapping.
  6. Roast for 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cauliflower is tender and caramelized. Halfway through, flip the chicken and stir the chickpeas and cauliflower for even cooking.
  7. Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve the lemon herb chicken alongside the roasted cauliflower and chickpeas, drizzling any pan juices over the top.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting and crispiness. Use fresh herbs if possible for best flavor. If cauliflower browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes. Let chicken rest after roasting to keep it juicy. Flip chicken and stir veggies halfway through cooking for even browning. Garlic can burn quickly, so mince finely and mix into marinade.

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