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Glazed Lemon Garlic Chicken Plate with Crispy Potatoes
Description
This Glazed Lemon Garlic Chicken Plate is bright, savory, and full of comfort. Juicy pan-seared chicken thighs (or breasts) are coated in a sticky lemon-garlic glaze that balances sweetness, tang, and a subtle buttery richness. Paired with perfectly crispy golden potatoes, this meal delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under an hour — ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
Total Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 40–45 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
For the Glazed Lemon Garlic Chicken
2–3 chicken breasts or 4 chicken thighs
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon (zest + juice
2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup
1bsp soy sauce
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt to taste
For the Crispy Potatoes
3–4 medium potatoes, diced into small cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Crispy Potatoes
1. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
2. Air-fry or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy
2. Cook the Chicken
1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprik
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium
3. Sear chicken for 4–6 minutes per side until golden and almost cooked through
4. Add butter and minced garlic — cook 1 minute until fragran
3. Make the Lemon Garlic Glaze
In the same pan, add
lemon juice
leon zest
honey
soy sauce
chili flakes
Simmer 2–3 minutes until thick and glossy
Return chicken to the pan and coat well in the glaze. Cook until the sauce clings beautifully
4. Assemble the Plate
Add a generous serving of crispy potatoes
Top with glazed lemon garlic chicken
Spoon extra glaze over the chicken
Sprinkle parsley or lemon zest (optional)
Serving Suggestions
Add sautéed green beans, broccoli, or asparagus
Serve with a side salad for freshness
Double the glaze for extra saucy richness
Questions & Answers
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts
A: Yes! Thighs stay juicier and work beautifully with this glaze
Q: What if I don’t have honey
A: You can use maple syrup or even brown sugar
Q: Can I make the potatoes in a pan
A: Yes — pan-fry them with oil for 12–15 minutes until crisp
Q: Is it good for meal pre
A: Absolutely! The glaze keeps the chicken moist and tasty even the next day
Q: How do I make the glaze thicker
A: Simmer 1–2 minutes longer, or add ½ tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water