Oven-baked chicken with vegetables is a true classic, captivating not only with its flavor but also with its simplicity and versatility, making it ideal for a cozy dinner with family or friends. The combination of juicy chicken, crunchy vegetables, and aromatic herbs is not only healthy but also incredibly delicious.
This dish is perfect for anyone looking for healthy chicken recipes for everyday use and for quick recipes for Mediterranean oven-baked vegetables.
Originally from Mediterranean cuisine, this recipe brings the flavors of the South to your plate. The best part? You only need a large casserole dish and a few simple ingredients to create a delicious and nutritious meal. Read on to learn how to make this delicious chicken with roasted vegetables.
Working time: approx. 20 minutes
Baking time: 45 minutes
Total time: approx. 1 hour 5 minutes
Ingredients for 4 people:
- 4 chicken thighs (approx. 1.2 kg)
- 5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika powder (rose hot)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 red onions
- 1 garlic clove
- A few sprigs of rosemary
- A few sprigs of thyme
- 800 g new potatoes
- 2 zucchini (approx. 300 g)
- 2 bell peppers (approx. 400 g)
- 4 carrots (approx. 240 g)
- 150 g cherry tomatoes
- 1 organic lemon
- 100 ml dry white wine
- 200 ml chicken stock
- Some olive oil for the mold
Preparation:
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
- Grease a large baking dish with a little olive oil.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Marinate them with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper to perfectly prepare the chicken for the oven.
- Peel the onions and garlic and cut the onions into wedges.
- Wash the rosemary and thyme, drain, pluck the needles/leaves from the stems, and finely chop them with the garlic. Mix with the remaining olive oil.
- Wash and drain the potatoes, vegetables, and lemon. Halve the potatoes, clean the zucchini and peppers. Cut the zucchini into 1 cm thick slices and the peppers into strips.
- Peel carrots and cut into 0.5 cm thick slices.
Step 2: Preheat oven and prepare vegetables
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees top and bottom heat (fan oven: 180 degrees).
- Place potatoes, zucchini, peppers, carrots, and onions in the ovenproof dish and marinate with salt and 4 tablespoons of the rosemary, thyme, and garlic oil. Marinating oven-baked vegetables brings out their flavor perfectly.
Step 3: Bake chicken thighs and vegetables
- Cut the lemon into slices and distribute them on the vegetables along with the chicken thighs.
- Pour in the white wine and chicken stock and cook in the preheated oven on the middle rack for about 45 minutes until the chicken fillet is juicy.
- Marinate the cherry tomatoes with the remaining herb oil and add them to the ovenproof dish 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time. This braises the vegetables in the oven and gives them an intense flavor.
Step 4: Serve
- Season the oven-baked chicken with vegetables with salt and pepper and serve sprinkled with fresh herbs if desired.
- Bon appetit!
Tips & Variations:
- Variations: You can use almost any vegetable you like. Just be careful about the cut size and the appropriate cooking time. Fennel, pumpkin, or eggplant, for example, are also excellent options for this oven-baked dish with chicken fillet and vegetables.
- Use up leftovers: Leftover oven-baked chicken can be used cold as a topping for sandwiches or in a salad.
- Seasonal adjustments: In summer you can add fresh peas or asparagus, in winter root vegetables like parsnips or beetroot are perfect.
- Side dishes: This dish goes well with a fresh green salad or a crusty baguette.
Serving suggestion:
Imagine arranging the juicy, golden-brown chicken on a large serving platter, served in the Springlane cast iron casserole dish. The vegetables and chicken stay warm longer, creating a rustic yet elegant ambiance, surrounded by colorful roasted vegetables. The lemon slices and fresh herbs not only add a beautiful visual appeal but also a refreshing aroma.
Conclusion:
Oven-baked chicken with vegetables is a simple yet incredibly delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of juicy chicken and aromatic oven-baked vegetables is sure to delight your guests.
Have fun cooking and enjoying!
