Lemon Pepper Chicken and Potatoes

Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Toss potatoes with half the olive oil, salt, and paprika. Roast potatoes for 15 minutes. Season chicken with lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, and pepper. Add chicken to pan. Roast 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with herbs and extra lemon juice.

Bicky Sharma

Lemon Pepper Chicken and Potatoes

If dinner had a personality, lemon pepper chicken and potatoes would be the reliable friend who shows up on time and brings good food. This dish combines bright citrus flavor, warm spices, and hearty potatoes into one balanced meal. It is simple, comforting, and surprisingly smart from a nutrition and cooking perspective.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
1.5 lbs potatoes cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
Optional: rosemary or thyme

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet (sheet pan)
Mixing bowl
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring spoons
Tongs or spatula

Method

Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
Toss potatoes with half the olive oil, salt, and paprika.
Roast potatoes for 15 minutes.
Season chicken with lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic powder, and pepper.
Add chicken to the pan.
Roast 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with herbs and extra lemon juice.

Notes

This lemon pepper chicken and potatoes recipe is a simple one-pan meal that combines juicy roasted chicken with crispy, seasoned potatoes. The lemon adds freshness, while the spices create a balanced, savoury flavour. It is budget-friendly, high in protein, and perfect for busy weeknights. Using a single baking sheet reduces cleanup and improves efficiency, making this recipe practical and family-friendly.