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Easy Mediterranean Dinner Recipe with Crispy Roasted Chicken and Veggies for Perfect Family Meals

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A quick and satisfying Mediterranean dinner featuring crispy roasted chicken thighs and caramelized vegetables, perfect for family meals with simple, wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds / 700 g)
  • 1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt, pepper, and half the oregano and thyme.
  3. In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Drizzle over the chicken and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with remaining olive oil, herbs, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Spread the veggies in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan. Nestle the chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables, spacing pieces apart.
  6. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes. Halfway through (around 20 minutes), turn the vegetables with tongs for even roasting but keep chicken skin-side up.
  7. If chicken skin isn’t browning enough, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender and caramelized at edges.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices.

Notes

Patting chicken skin dry before seasoning is essential for crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even roasting and crispy edges. Turn veggies once halfway through cooking but keep chicken skin-side up. Broil briefly at the end if needed for extra crispiness. Leftovers reheat best in the oven to maintain crispy skin.

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Keywords: Mediterranean dinner, roasted chicken, crispy chicken, roasted vegetables, family meal, easy dinner, healthy dinner, gluten-free

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