Description
This One Pan Balsamic Chicken and Veggies recipe is a simple, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are roasted alongside a vibrant mix of vegetables, all coated in a tangy balsamic honey glaze. Easy to prepare and clean up, this gluten-free dish offers a balanced plate of protein and colorful veggies with a delightful hint of garlic and Italian herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
Sauce & Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Prepare Balsamic Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful glaze.
- Arrange Chicken and Vegetables: Place the chicken breasts on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Arrange the cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, sliced red and yellow bell peppers, and zucchini around the chicken evenly.
- Coat with Sauce: Pour the balsamic mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables, then gently toss the vegetables to make sure they are coated with the glaze while keeping the chicken breasts in place.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C) and the vegetables are tender. Turn the chicken breasts once halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving warm for added freshness.
Notes
- For quicker preparation, use pre-chopped vegetables available at most grocery stores.
- Feel free to substitute the vegetables with alternatives like green beans, asparagus, or mushrooms depending on season and preference.
- Make sure to not overcrowd the pan to allow even roasting and caramelization of the veggies and chicken.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor, but garlic powder can be an alternative in a pinch.
- This dish pairs well with a side of rice, quinoa, or crusty gluten-free bread for a complete meal.
