Oven-Baked Herb-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper

For the Roasted Vegetables:
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow squash, sliced into rounds
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
- In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each side with the herb mixture, ensuring an even coat.

Step 3: Prepare the Vegetables
- On a separate baking sheet, arrange the sliced red bell pepper, yellow squash rounds, and broccoli florets.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried rosemary. Drizzle over the vegetables, tossing them to ensure even coverage.

Step 4: Bake the Chicken and Vegetables
- Put both baking sheets in the preheated oven. Bake the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), which should take about 25 minutes.
- Roast the vegetables simultaneously, keeping an eye on them to ensure they become tender and slightly caramelized after the same duration.

Step 5: Rest and Serve
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to keep it juicy.
- Serve the herb-crusted chicken alongside the roasted vegetables for a balanced and flavorful meal.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Herb-crusted chicken, Oven-baked chicken, Roasted vegetables, Healthy lunch, Easy chicken recipe, Quick lunch recipe, Oven meal, Chicken and veggies, Flavorful chicken, Balanced meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1600 calories

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