Hands up if you’re tired of making the same old dinners!
One Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken is a perfect example of an easy, flavour-packed meal that breaks the dinner rut. We all fall into the habit of cooking the same meals on repeat, especially during busy weeks when time, energy, and fridge supplies run low.
I love an easy weeknight dinner, and this One Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken is one of our favourites. It tastes amazing, costs next to nothing, and works perfectly for those evenings when you walk in the door from the school run and think, “What are we having for dinner?”
As soon as I get home, I throw everything into the oven. By the time the uniforms are off and homework is done, dinner is ready. The best part? I only have one dish to clean, and that feels like a win after a long day.
This is a great dish to serve when guests visit because it always impresses. It smells incredible, looks beautiful straight from the oven, and I can place the dish on the table and let everyone serve themselves. That takes the pressure off and keeps hosting relaxed.
To keep things easy, I often serve it as it is, then follow with decadent chocolate and raspberry brownies for dessert. Simple food, shared at the table, with minimal stress — that’s my kind of cooking.
Why You’ll Love this One Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
- It’s quick and simple to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights.
- You only use one dish, so clean-up stays minimal.
- The lemon and garlic create a bright, flavour-packed sauce.
- It’s budget-friendly and works well with pantry staples.
- You can serve it as a family meal or a stress-free dinner for guests.
- It looks impressive but takes almost no effort.
If you’re stuck in a dinner rut, this One Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken might be just the change you need. My two love this dish, and sometimes I serve it with crusty bread rolls to mop up all the juices. It feels so nourishing, especially on dark, cold evenings when we all need a warm, comforting meal.
Looking for more chicken recipes? Why not try my Cajun Chicken Traybake or my Quick Chicken Coconut Curry — both are easy, flavour-packed, and perfect for busy nights. Don’t forget to tag @littleloucooks with all your dishes — I love seeing what you make and sharing your creations!
One Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken thighs I used bone-in, skin on, approximately 8 pieces
- 50 ml olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 3 fat cloves garlic finely grated
- 2 lemons juiced and the zest of 1 lemon
- 1 heaped teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 medium potatoes peeled and cut into small wedges
- 200 ml chicken stock I like Knorr stockpots
- 1 lemon sliced into rings
- 2 bay leaves
- To serve: steamed broccoli, peas or cooked veg of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven 180ºC fan.
- In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice and zest, paprika, dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for up to 24 hours or cook straight away.
- Make up the chicken stock. Cut the potatoes into wedges and lay them in a wide deep baking dish. Place the chicken on top, making sure not to overlap so the skin gets crispy later. Pour all the marinade into the dish along with the chicken stock, sliced lemon and bay leaves.
- Bake in the oven for 1 hour checking half way through. It should be golden brown and cooked through.
- Best eaten on day.
