Description
Garlic herb chicken dances with roasted sweet potatoes and asparagus, creating a symphony of Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Succulent chicken meets crisp vegetables in this simple, elegant dish that brings comfort and excitement to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into pieces
Vegetables:
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potato by thoroughly washing and piercing with a fork. Position in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 45-50 minutes until tender and easily punctured with a knife.
- Once baked, carefully slice open the sweet potato and enhance with a touch of butter, then season with salt and pepper to elevate its natural flavors.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by combining garlic powder, parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly with olive oil and the prepared spice mixture, ensuring an even and comprehensive coverage.
- Heat a skillet over medium temperature and carefully place the seasoned chicken, cooking for approximately 4-5 minutes per side until achieving a golden-brown exterior and ensuring complete internal cooking.
- Without cleaning the pan, introduce additional olive oil and add asparagus spears to the same cooking surface.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the asparagus, then gently saute for 3-4 minutes to maintain a crisp yet tender texture.
- Arrange the perfectly grilled chicken alongside the roasted sweet potato and sauteed asparagus on a serving plate.
- Serve immediately to enjoy a harmonious blend of flavors and nutritional balance.
Notes
- Use a fork to create multiple small holes before baking, allowing steam to escape and preventing potential potato explosions during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally for safe consumption, avoiding undercooking.
- Toast dry herbs briefly in the pan before adding chicken to enhance their aromatic flavors and release deeper taste profiles.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version, maintaining the same herb and seasoning approach for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 448 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1295 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg