Baked Chicken Breast with Vegetables
A quick and healthy meal with tender chicken and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini, carrots, etc.)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line it with parchment paper.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chicken breasts and mixed vegetables.
- Season: Drizzle olive oil, sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Arrange on the sheet: Spread chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Place in the oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Rest and garnish: Remove from oven, let sit for a few minutes, and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For added heartiness, serve over rice or quinoa. Can store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg