Description
A delightful baked chicken dish featuring fresh herbs and assorted vegetables, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh chicken breasts (or your preferred protein)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (like parsley, thyme, or basil)
- 2 cups assorted vegetables (like bell peppers and zucchini), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices (like paprika or cumin)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any additional spices you prefer.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and sear on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and surround it with chopped vegetables.
- Drizzle more olive oil over everything and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Bake in the oven for around 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Notes
For added flavor, include a splash of chicken broth during baking. Allow the dish to rest before serving to ensure juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked chicken, comfort food, family dinner, easy recipe, healthy meal
