Oven Baked Chicken with Potatoes and Green Beans

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Oven Baked Chicken with Potatoes and Green Beans

Ingredients

For the chicken:

  • 4 large chicken breasts (about 2 lbs total)
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1½ tsp dried parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for extra richness)

For the potatoes:

  • 2 lbs baby potatoes (gold or red), scrubbed and halved if large
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp pepper

For the green beans:

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions**

  1. Preheat Oven:
  • Set to 400°F (200°C). Grease a large baking dish or sheet pan with olive oil or cooking spray.
  1. Prepare the Chicken:
  • In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Rub the seasoning all over the chicken breasts and let sit for 10–15 minutes if possible.
  1. Prepare the Potatoes:
  • Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
  1. Assemble in the Baking Dish:
  • Arrange seasoned chicken breasts on one side.
  • Place the potatoes on the other side.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, uncovered.
  1. Add Green Beans:
  • Toss green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • After the first 25 minutes, add the green beans to the baking dish.
  • Continue baking for 15–20 more minutes, until:
    • Chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C),
    • Potatoes are fork-tender,
    • Green beans are slightly crisp.
  1. Finish & Serve:
  • Drizzle with melted butter or pan juices.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs (parsley or chives).
  • Serve hot with the flavorful sauce from the pan.

Tips**

  • Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese over the green beans before serving for extra flavor.
  • For a spicy kick, add ½ tsp red pepper flakes to the chicken seasoning.
  • You can substitute green beans with broccoli, asparagus, or carrots if preferred.

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