Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

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A comforting Midwestern-inspired dish featuring tender chicken and sweet roasted vegetables, perfect for a family dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 60 minutes pairs (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts, olive oil, chopped fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss carrots and parsnips with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender and caramelized at the edges.
  2. Step 2: Season chicken breasts with remaining salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear chicken for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken from skillet, add minced garlic and thyme, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over the pan, stirring constantly for 1 minute to form a paste.
  4. Step 4: Gradually whisk in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes until thickened and glossy. Return chicken to skillet, nestling it among the roasted vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sauce is bubbling.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Dassel Farmstead Herb Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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