Prepared in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for quick weekday lunches or fast evening dinners. The lemon brings brightness, the garlic adds depth, and the simple seasoning keeps everything fresh, healthy, and energizing. With only one pan, cleanup is easy and you get more time to enjoy your day.
Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or cooking after work, this dish checks every box: healthy, affordable, flavour-packed, and completely stress-free. It’s ideal for anyone looking for a high-protein meal to support fitness, weight-loss, or clean-eating routines.
This high-protein lemon garlic chicken also fits low-carb diets, post-gym meals, and busy lifestyles. The vegetables add vitamins, color, and texture, turning it into a balanced dish that keeps you full and energized.
Serve it with rice, quinoa, couscous, or wholegrain pasta for extra carbs, or enjoy it as a simple chicken and veggies bowl for a lighter option. Adding a spoon of Greek yogurt at the end brings extra creaminess and more protein.
It’s perfect for beginners, students, and athletes who want fast, clean, and budget-friendly meals. It also works well for meal prep and stays fresh for up to 3 days, with flavors improving as the lemon and garlic blend.
Simple, delicious, and effective — everything a modern healthy recipe should be. If you’re looking for easy clean meals, one-pan dinners, or quick healthy chicken recipes, this dish is one of the most reliable choices.
High-Protein Lemon Garlic Chicken (Quick 20-Minute One-Pan Recipe)
Description
This high-protein one-pan lemon garlic chicken is the perfect quick dinner for busy people. It’s healthy, budget-friendly, and ready in just 20 minutes. Packed with lean protein, fresh veggies, and bright lemon flavor, this recipe is ideal for meal prep, weight-loss, or post-gym recovery.
Cost per serving: under £3
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 385kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Protein 45g90%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
