The Perfect Chicken for Fall
A warm and hearty chicken dish featuring seasonal vegetables, perfect for cozy fall dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (like carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel and season with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the seasoned chicken in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and sauté chopped vegetables in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the veggies.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. You can customize the vegetables based on seasonal availability.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken, fall recipe, comforting meal, roasted vegetables, cozy dinner