🍗 Grilled Chicken with Roasted Veggies and Potatoes
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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2 chicken breasts (or thighs)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Juice of ½ lemon
For the Roasted Veggies:
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1 cup baby potatoes (halved)
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2 carrots (cut into chunks)
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1 small zucchini (sliced)
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1 cup broccoli florets
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic (minced)
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Salt, pepper, and herbs (thyme, oregano, or rosemary)
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
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In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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Coat the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for extra flavor).
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Roast the Veggies:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Toss potatoes and carrots with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20 minutes.
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Add zucchini and broccoli, toss again, and roast another 15–20 minutes until tender and golden.
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Grill the Chicken:
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Heat a grill pan (or outdoor grill) over medium heat.
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Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
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Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Serve:
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Plate the grilled chicken with roasted veggies and potatoes.
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Drizzle with pan juices or a touch of olive oil. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
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Optional Add-ons:
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Serve with a light yogurt-garlic sauce or a squeeze of lemon.
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Sprinkle parmesan on veggies before roasting for extra flavor.