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Baked Italian Chicken Recipe

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๐Ÿ— This Italian chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with vibrant vegetables and classic herbs for a wholesome and flavorful meal.
๐Ÿ… Using a simple marinade and fresh ingredients, itโ€™s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes to 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each)

1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 pint cherry tomatoes, left whole

1 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash, cut into 3/4 inch dice (peels on)

2 cups green beans (about 6 ounces), trimmed

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 to 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1-First: lightly pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness for uniform cooking. Season them with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and place in a large zip-top bag. Meanwhile, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to create the marinade.

2-Next: use half of the marinade to coat the chicken in the bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 8 hours. Place the vegetables 1 pint cherry tomatoes left whole, 1 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash cut into 3/4 inch dice with peels on, and 2 cups green beans trimmed in another zip-top bag with the rest of the marinade and refrigerate alongside the chicken.

3-Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F and let the chicken and vegetables come to room temperature. Arrange them on a lined or greased rimmed baking pan, with vegetables around the edges and chicken in the center. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

4-If the vegetables need more time, remove the chicken and continue roasting.

5-Finally, sprinkle with 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh parsley before serving.

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Notes

๐Ÿด You can substitute chicken thighs but adjust cooking time accordingly.
๐ŸŒฝ Harder vegetables like potatoes need pre-cooking; softer veggies like asparagus should be added later.
๐Ÿฅ› Omit Parmesan cheese for a dairy-free version and serve with grains for a complete meal.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marinating time: 30 minutes to 8 hours
  • Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 283 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 629 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.01 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 29 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg