One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken Dinner
This easy recipe features tender chicken, potatoes, and broccoli roasted on a single pan for a quick and delicious meal.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Large bowl
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb small potatoes like creamer potatoes, quartered
- large head broccoli cut into florets
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
Sauce
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning or a mix of dried oregano, thyme, and rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- red pepper flakes Pinch, optional
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the quartered potatoes with half of the melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
Cooking
- While potatoes roast, combine chicken, broccoli, and bell pepper with remaining butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in the same bowl.
- Remove the baking sheet, add the seasoned chicken and vegetables to the other side in a single layer, then return to the oven.
- Roast for another 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
Serving
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot directly from the pan.
Notes
This one-pan meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Adjust the red pepper flakes for desired spice level. Ensure all ingredients are spread in a single layer for even cooking and browning.