Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Roasted Vegetables
A light and flavorful American-inspired dish featuring juicy grilled chicken breast with simple lemon herb seasoning, served alongside roasted seasonal vegetables for a balanced, nutrient-rich meal.

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450 calories
$8.5 per serving
$30 min
4 servings
general, american cuisine
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 medium bell peppers, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
Instructions
- 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2.In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 3.Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- 4.Toss the sliced vegetables with the remaining marinade and spread them evenly on the baking sheet.
- 5.Roast the vegetables in the oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- 6.While vegetables roast, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- 7.Serve grilled chicken with a generous portion of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Information
15g
fat
28g
carbs
6g
fiber
40g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is healthy because it uses lean protein-rich chicken breast with fiber-packed vegetables, seasoned naturally with herbs, garlic, and lemon for flavor without excess fat or processed ingredients.