Quick and Simple One-Pan Chicken Dish

One Pan Chicken Dish

Category: Comfort Food Classics / Ultimate Essentials

Tagline: Everything you need in one pan – minimal cleanup, maximum flavor!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or 4 chicken breasts)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Vegetables:

• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 3 medium carrots, cut into chunks
• 1 red onion, cut into wedges
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, sliced
• Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs

For the Sauce:

• ½ cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the chicken: Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Rub with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Prepare vegetables: In a large bowl, toss potatoes, carrots, onion, green beans, and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Arrange in pan: Use a large roasting pan or oven-safe skillet. Place chicken pieces skin-side up in the center. Arrange vegetables around the chicken. Tuck lemon slices and herb sprigs among the vegetables.
5. Make the sauce: Whisk together chicken broth, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Pour over the chicken and vegetables.
6. Roast: Place pan in oven and roast for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden and crispy.
7. Baste halfway: At the 20-minute mark, baste chicken and vegetables with pan juices.
8. Rest and serve: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve with pan juices drizzled over everything.

Chef’s Tips:

• For extra crispy skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes
• Swap vegetables based on season: use Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, or zucchini
• Add a splash of white wine to the pan juices for extra depth

Nutritional Info (per serving):

Calories: 420 | Protein: 32g | Carbs: 28g | Fat: 20g