Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts roasted with rosemary and seasonal vegetables, creating a simple yet elegant weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, dried rosemary, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2, about 6 oz each boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium, sliced 1/4 inch thick zucchini
- 1 medium, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick carrot
- 1/2 medium, sliced 1/4 inch thick yellow onion
- 2 tbsp chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Rub 1 tbsp olive oil over chicken, then sprinkle with 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss chicken to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Arrange 1 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4 inch thick, 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick, and 1/2 medium yellow onion, sliced 1/4 inch thick, around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Step 3: Drizzle 2 tbsp chicken broth over vegetables and chicken, then roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Rosemary-Glazed Chicken with Garden 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.