Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Tender herb-roasted chicken breast over fluffy rice with colorful roasted vegetables and zesty lemon dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
06 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Roasted Vegetables

10 - 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
11 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
13 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
16 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Rice

18 - 1½ cups long grain white or brown rice
19 - 3 cups water or chicken broth
20 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Lemon Dressing

21 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
22 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
23 - ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
24 - ½ teaspoon honey
25 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
03 - Arrange zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine and spread in a single layer.
04 - Place marinated chicken breasts on a separate baking sheet or nestle among the vegetables if space permits.
05 - Roast both in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
06 - In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water or broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, approximately 15 to 20 minutes for white rice or 35 to 40 minutes for brown rice.
07 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
08 - Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and sliced chicken breast. Drizzle with lemon dressing and serve immediately.

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour, which means weeknight dinners that actually taste like you tried.
  • Everything roasts at once, so your kitchen stays relatively calm and your hands stay relatively free.
  • The brightness of lemon and fresh herbs lifts each bite, making it feel fresh instead of heavy.
02 -
  • Check your chicken's internal temperature with a thermometer instead of guessing; dry chicken is the hardest thing to recover from and the easiest thing to prevent.
  • Don't skip the marinating time if you can help it; even 15 minutes makes the chicken infinitely more flavorful than roasting it naked.
  • If your vegetables aren't browning, your oven temperature might be off or you're crowding the pan; give them breathing room.
03 -
  • Let your chicken rest for 5 minutes after roasting before slicing; this keeps the juices from running all over the bowl.
  • Make extra dressing and keep it in a jar in the fridge for salads, roasted vegetables, or even drizzling over fish.
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