Description
Discover the magic of one-pan chicken meals that are not only delicious but also minimize cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights, these recipes combine succulent chicken with vibrant vegetables for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs
- Broccoli florets
- Bell peppers (any color)
- Asparagus spears
- Zucchini slices
- Snap peas
- Green beans
- Cherry tomatoes
- Thinly sliced mushrooms
- Onions (quartered or thickly sliced)
- Carrots (cut into 1/2-inch coins or sticks)
- Small potatoes (quartered or diced into 1-inch pieces)
- Sweet potatoes
- Fresh minced garlic
- Sliced red or yellow onion
- Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Paprika (sweet, smoked, or hot)
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Dried oregano
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Lemon juice
- Red wine vinegar
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Chicken broth
- Vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to between 400°F and 425°F (200°C and 220°C).
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and cut them into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
- Cut all chosen vegetables into roughly the same size pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken and all the prepared vegetables.
- Drizzle everything generously with olive oil or avocado oil.
- Sprinkle in salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and your chosen herbs and spices.
- Toss everything thoroughly to ensure even coating in oil and seasoning.
- Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven.
- Cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Check that the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and that the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken and vegetables rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Add a final squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Ensure chicken and vegetables are cut to similar sizes for even cooking. Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and consider marinating chicken for added flavor.