Description
This One-Pan Baked Chicken with Veggies is a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring tender chicken thighs roasted alongside fresh broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder and paprika, this healthy and colorful dish is baked in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, making it an ideal weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 chicken thighs
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking of the chicken and vegetables.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful marinade for the chicken and veggies.
- Coat Chicken. Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss them in the seasoning mixture until each piece is evenly coated to enhance their flavor.
- Arrange Chicken. Place the coated chicken thighs in a baking dish, arranging them in a single layer for even cooking.
- Add Vegetables. Scatter the broccoli florets, sliced carrots, and chopped red bell pepper around the chicken in the baking dish to cook together and absorb the seasoning.
- Drizzle Seasoning. Pour any remaining olive oil and seasoning mixture over the vegetables to ensure they are also well flavored.
- Bake. Bake everything in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Rest and Serve. Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices and enhance taste.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- Add other veggies such as zucchini or mushrooms based on preference.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
