Description
Garlic Herb Chicken with Vegetables is a vibrant, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken and colorful veggies, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Scatter chopped bell peppers and zucchini around the chicken.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over the chicken and veggies, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to swap vegetables based on seasonal availability or personal preference.
- Add fresh herbs for a more intense flavor or toss in spinach at the end for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with vegetables (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg