One-Pan Herb Chicken and Roasted Vegetables
A balanced weeknight meal featuring tender chicken and seasonal vegetables cooked in a single pan with aromatic herbs. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless and skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, sliced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1.5 lbs, boneless and skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1, sliced onion
- 2, peeled and sliced carrots
- 2 cups, florets broccoli
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 1.5 lbs chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1 sliced onion and 2 sliced carrots to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 cups broccoli florets and 3 minced garlic cloves, then cook for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Add 1 tbsp dried oregano, return chicken to the skillet, and toss to coat. Cook for 2 more minutes until chicken is heated through and vegetables are tender.
- Step 5: Transfer to a plate and serve immediately, seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Herb Chicken and Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Herb Chicken and Roasted 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 One-Pan Herb Chicken and Roasted 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 One-Pan Herb Chicken and Roasted 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 One-Pan Herb Chicken and Roasted Vegetables?
American one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved the simplicity and taste! My kids ate all the veggies.
- ★★★★★
This was the easiest dinner I've made all week! The herbs made the chicken so flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
The recipe was great, but I think I should have added more salt to the chicken. Otherwise, perfect.
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