Description
This easy and flavorful baked herb chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken breasts paired with vibrant zucchini and cherry tomatoes. Infused with garlic, thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika, this dish is a wholesome and colorful meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Prepare the vegetables: Spread the sliced zucchini and cherry tomatoes evenly in the greased baking dish. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the dish: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on top of the vegetables, and spoon any remaining seasoning mixture over the chicken to enhance flavor.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
- Broil for color: For a lovely golden finish, broil the chicken and vegetables for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Allowing the chicken to marinate for at least 10 minutes enhances the flavor, but longer marinating (up to 2 hours) can make it even more flavorful.
- If you don’t have fresh parsley, you can substitute with dried parsley or fresh basil.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it is safely cooked.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions for added variety.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked herb chicken, zucchini recipes, cherry tomato chicken, healthy chicken dinner, easy baked chicken, rosemary chicken, oven baked chicken breast
