Sheet-Pan Mediterranean Chicken with Roast Potatoes, Peppers & Lemon-Broccoli

Instructions

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   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment — makes clean-up a breeze, dear.

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   Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels (this helps the skin crisp). In a large bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, minced 2 garlic cloves, oregano, thyme, paprika, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and honey if using. Toss the drumsticks in the mixture until well coated. Let them sit while you prep the veg — five minutes is fine.

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   In the same bowl (no waste!), toss the potato chunks with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, and a little of the leftover herb mixture if any remains. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on one side of the baking sheet.

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   Arrange the seasoned drumsticks on the sheet with space between them (they like a little elbow room). Scatter the pepper strips around the potatoes and drumsticks, tucking some under the chicken so they can soak up those pan juices.

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   Roast for 25 minutes. This high heat gives a lovely color — check at 25 minutes and give the potatoes a gentle turn so they brown evenly.

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   Meanwhile, toss the broccoli florets with the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves, a splash of olive oil, lemon juice, and ½ tsp salt. When the tray has 12–15 minutes left (about at the 25–30 minute mark), add the broccoli to the sheet in a single layer or place it on a second sheet if your tray is crowded.

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   Continue roasting another 12–20 minutes, until the drumsticks register 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part and the skin is nicely browned, potatoes are tender and crisp-edged, and broccoli is bright with a few charred tips. If you like extra crisp skin, pop the tray under the broiler for 1–2 minutes — watch it closely, my love.

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   Remove from oven. Squeeze a little more lemon over everything, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and spoon any pan juices over the chicken and potatoes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving so the juices settle.

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   Serve family-style: two drumsticks per person with a generous helping of roast potatoes, peppers, and lemony broccoli. A simple green salad or crusty bread is lovely on the side if you have it.