Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic Root Vegetables

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Tender chicken breasts smoked over mahogany planks infused with aromatic herbs, served alongside a medley of roasted root vegetables. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, chopped fresh rosemary, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350°F). Place the soaked mahogany plank on the grill and close the lid for 3 minutes until it begins to smoke.
  2. Step 2: Rub 4 chicken breasts evenly with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 chopped rosemary sprigs, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place the chicken directly on the smoking plank.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 3 chopped carrots, 2 chopped parsnips, and 2 cubed sweet potatoes tossed lightly with remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper around the chicken on the plank. Close the grill lid.
  4. Step 4: Smoke the chicken and vegetables on the plank for 25-30 minutes, turning the vegetables once halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F and vegetables are tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill, drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the chicken and vegetables, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic 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 Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic 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 Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic 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 Mahogany Plank-Smoked Chicken with Rustic 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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