Savory Chicken with Vegetables (Print version)
Tender chicken combined with roasted vegetables and herbs for a hearty, flavorful main course.
# Ingredient List:
→ Proteins
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 1 yellow onion, sliced
→ Marinade & Seasonings
06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1½ teaspoons salt
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
02 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Add chicken breasts to the marinade and coat evenly.
04 - Arrange sliced carrots, zucchinis, bell pepper, and onion on a large baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and toss to coat.
05 - Place marinated chicken breasts atop the vegetables. Roast in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove from oven and let rest for five minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This dish feels like sharing a delicious secret that’s both hearty and simple to prepare
- The combination of tender chicken and roasted vegetables created a flavor harmony I couldn't stop coming back to
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- Make sure your oven reaches the full 400°F before roasting to get that perfect caramelization on veggies
- Letting chicken rest after roasting changed everything for me - it keeps the meat juicy and flavorful
03 -
- Marinate the chicken at least 30 minutes ahead for deeper flavor infusion
- A convection oven setting crisps veggies more evenly and speeds cooking time