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Sheet Pan Rosemary Lime Chicken and Veggies

This is the easiest weeknight dinner ever! Sheet pan chicken thighs are so versatile and delicious. We're pairing this baked rosemary chicken with potatoes, carrots, and zucchini, with a hint of lime! It totally hits the spot and is done in 40 minutes. It's low carb to boot!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 682 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 2 lbs
  • 3 large potatoes about 1.5 lbs
  • 1 cup carrots sliced thin (3 small or 2 medium)
  • 1/2 onion sliced thin
  • 1 zucchini sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 limes divided
  • 3-4 sprigs rosemary fresh
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • more rosemary and limes to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. Prepare a large baking sheet by spraying with nonstick spray (line with foil first for easy clean up)
  3. Place the chicken on the baking sheet.
  4. Peel and chop the potatoes into 1/2 to 1-inch pieces. Peel and slice the carrots. Slice up half an onion. Arrange all the vegetables on the baking sheet around the chicken.
  5. Slice the zucchini and place it on the baking sheet also, but don't mix it with the others, we're going to remove them once they are coated with oil.
  6. Smash and mince 2 cloves of garlic, and sprinkle over the veggies and chicken.
  7. Drizzle the pan with 1/4 cup olive oil.
  8. In a small bowl, combine 1 and 1/2 teaspoons salt, and a 1/2 teaspoon each of pepper, paprika, cumin, and garlic powder. (These spices are optional. You can just use salt and pepper if you want.)
  9. Sprinkle the spices over the chicken and veggies, and use your hands to get it all coated well with oil and spices. Try to keep the zucchini separated.
  10. Remove the zucchini to the small bowl that you had the spices in.
  11. Zest 1 lime over the chicken and veggies. Cut it in half and use a juicer to sprinkle lime juice over the whole pan.
  12. Slice the second lime into wedges and scatter over the pan.
  13. Place 3-4 fresh rosemary sprigs on the pan.
  14. Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast at 425 F for 20 minutes.
  15. While the chicken is cooking, make a simple glaze from the last lime. (This is optional, it will be good without) Juice the lime into a small bowl. While whisking, slowly drizzle in about 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil. (If you do this without whisking, the oil will not emulsify.) Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  16. After 20 minutes, remove the pan of chicken from the oven and shut the oven door. Use tongs to flip each piece of chicken, making sure the chicken ends up on the pan and not on top of veggies.
  17. Spread the oiled zucchini over the other vegetables.
  18. Return the pan to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest piece of chicken registers 160 degrees F. (Chicken is done at 165 degrees F, but it will continue to raise in temperature the first few minutes out of the oven, ending up at about 165. Say NO to dry chicken you guys.)
  19. Let the chicken rest for about 4-5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  20. Discard the baked lime and rosemary.
  21. Serve the chicken and vegetables with the lime glaze. Garnish with more lime wedges and fresh rosemary.

Notes

  • Chicken that is roasted in the oven with this method will not sear. It cooks nicely and will be juicy, but if you want brownish blackish sear marks, you will have to take the extra step of searing before roasting. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat. Sear the raw (unseasoned) chicken thighs on one side for about 1-2 minutes, then flip and sear the other side until browned, adding oil as necessary. Continue with the recipe as stated. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 682kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 61g (20%) Protein 51g (102%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 215mg (72%) Potassium 2058mg (59%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 6578IU (132%) Vitamin C 81mg (90%) Calcium 101mg (10%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 682

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 682kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 61g 20%
Protein 51g 102%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 215mg 72%
Potassium 2058mg 44%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 6578IU 132%
Vitamin C 81mg 90%
Calcium 101mg 10%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.