One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil
Juicy chicken thighs roasted alongside sweet cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, offering a simple yet flavorful weeknight dinner. This mediterranean-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, cherry tomatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry and season both sides with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
- Step 2: In a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan, drizzle 3 tablespoons olive oil and add 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir to coat and spread out evenly.
- Step 3: Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up in the pan. Scatter 2 cups of cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Step 4: Roast in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the tomatoes are blistered.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil over everything. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 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 One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil?
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 cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil?
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 One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil 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 One-Pan Chicken with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Basil?
Mediterranean 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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