There is much talk about back to school and what snacks/lunches we are going to make for our children. But what about dinner? It is still an important factor in our lives, and with my daughter starting school this year, I will get to experience first hand the "take child to school, go about my day, pick her up, take her to extra curricular activities, and finally, dinner."
Now, I am not one for easy dinners. I like to add some oomph and pizzazz, but I know time will be an issue for many (including me) so I need to get on the easy dinner train! Not to say easy is not delicious, however, I really like some elements and I find them hard to live without (looking at your caramelized onions!) Today's recipe was whipped up in a matter of minutes thanks to pre-packaged veggies at the grocery store; but even if you are slicing your own, this roasted bone-in chicken breasts with vegetables will take little effort on your part.
You see, Mr. TCW decided he wanted some friends over, which I am cool with. He said "maybe some time on the weekend." Fine with me as I have more than enough time to cook since it is only Monday. Come Tuesday he says "any dinner plans as the guys are coming over tonight?" What?! I thought you said the weekend?! Turns out, he meant "his weekend." Since he works shift, we don't have allotted weekends anymore, and they can easily fall midweek. I know this, but I still consider Saturday and Sunday the weekend! Crisis was adverted with since I picked up meat the day before. I will be honest though, I probably would have made a much fancier dish than roasted bone-in chicken breasts with vegetables had I been more prepared (I cannot go simple!!!)
Roasted Bone-In Chicken Breasts with Vegetables
Quick, simple, and a great family favorite, this roasted bone-in chicken breasts with vegetables recipe is perfect on a busy work night.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. dried basil
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ tsp. cayenne powder
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Assorted mixed veggies (I bought veggie packs from my local grocery store.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- Rub some olive oil onto chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Toss veggies in remaining oil and season with salt and pepper. Place chicken onto pan and arrange veggies around chicken. Sprinkle entire pan with garlic powder, basil, and cayenne. Place into oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken reaches 160F (depends on the thickness of your chicken breasts.)
- Serve along with rice.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1018Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 32gCholesterol: 386mgSodium: 507mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 142g
Growing up, I was a boneless, skinless chicken breast type of girl. My husband on the other hand swears that meat is 10x better with the bone-in. I am not complaining as these pieces of meat tend to go on sale more often (I know many will not eat meat off the bone so it makes sense.) My only worry is our daughter with the bones, but we always take extra precaution. I will admit, she was not here for these oven roasted bone-in chicken breasts but I know she would have loved them! The recipe would work nicely on the BBQ, too, but it has been so hot here, no one even wants to BBQ! Arggg, summer humidity at its finest.
Judy@ImBoredLetsGo
I love how simple but full of flavor this is. Bone in chicken breasts are perfect for this type of dish!
Kacey
I agree, Judy 🙂
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet
Just the smell of roasted chicken alone makes me happy! Such a comfort food! This looks fantastic!
Kacey
Thanks, Anna!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker
So. Freaking. Beautiful!!! I love the color from the bell peppers especially.
Kacey
Thanks, Julie!!! The peppers really do pop.
Neli @ Delicious Meets Healthy
This is my kind of meal!! Love how easy it is to prepare and how flavorful it looks! I bet it tastes yummy! Pinned!
Kacey
Fast, simple, and delicious! Haha, thanks, Neli!
Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie
What a fabulous and easy recipe!!! (and beautiful too!)
Kacey
Thank you, Becky 🙂
Sara
I love easy and simple meals like this, they're perfect for busy weeknights and healthy too!
Kacey
Couldn't agree more, Sara.
NutmegNanny
Roasted chicken is my favorite go to meal. It's amazing how much more flavor you get from roasting on the bone.
Kacey
I completely agree. I know many do not like bone-in meat, but it really adds flavour and juiciness.
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet
This sounds a great weeknight meal for busy nights! Hope you little one has a great first day!
Kacey
Thanks, Nancy! I am sure she will 🙂
Michelle @ Blackberry Babe
We love the bone-in breasts too. I saw them at the store for UNDER $1 a pound last week. Snatched those babies up! This looks like a delicious way to make them!
Kacey
Under $1?! I would be stocking up indefinitely! Haha 🙂
Meg @ With Salt and Wit
I love this fancy dish! Perfect enough for a dinner club or a dinner in!
Kacey
Thanks, Meg!
Andi @ The Weary Chef
This looks so flavorful, Kacey. I can smell roasted chicken! Hhhm..yummy! 🙂
Kacey
Haha, thanks, Andi! Perfect for back to school 🙂
Laura @ Petite Allergy Treats
Love a super easy dinner! Perfect for busy back to school mode. Hope the first day of school goes well!
Kacey
I am sure it will, Laura! Thanks!
Meliss
Hi Do you get the veggies in the frozen section or produce? What kinds do you like?
Kacey
I get mine in the fresh produce section (my grocery store puts together big chunks of veggies in a tin pan that I just poured onto my pan.) If you cannot find trays of veggies already pre-cut, you can always grab some veggies yourself and throw them together 🙂
Tina
All I have is boneless chicken breast ......would the cooking time be 30 min or less ?
Kacey
I would check the chicken after 20 minutes and see if it needs any longer. Boneless chicken cooks faster than bone in chicken so best to keep on the safe side 🙂