Today’s recipe is the perfect solution for those who want to enjoy a delicious and healthy dinner, without sacrificing taste. Our Mediterranean Baked Chicken Dinner is not only easy to make, but it’s also bursting with flavor and packed with nutrients. So, without further ado, let’s get started!
First up, we have the chicken. We recommend using boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. They are lean, healthy, and cook relatively quickly. To prepare the chicken, start by seasoning it with salt, pepper, and your favorite Mediterranean spices, such as oregano, thyme, and paprika.
Next, we move on to the vegetables. For this recipe, we’ll be using bell peppers, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Cut the peppers into thin slices and mince the garlic. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
Now, it’s time to bake the chicken. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Place the chicken in a baking dish and add the peppers, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle everything with olive oil and lemon juice. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
While the chicken is baking, let’s prepare the side dish. We recommend serving this Mediterranean Baked Chicken Dinner with quinoa. It’s a great source of protein and fiber, and it pairs perfectly with the chicken and veggies. To prepare the quinoa, rinse it in a fine-mesh sieve, then combine it with water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
Now, let’s move on to plating. Start by placing a bed of quinoa on your plate. Top with the chicken and veggie mixture. To finish, drizzle everything with the juices from the baking dish.
And there you have it! An easy, healthy, and delicious dinner that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling full and satisfied. Give our Mediterranean Baked Chicken Dinner a try tonight and let us know how it turns out!
Ingredients:
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 red bell pepper
– 1 yellow bell pepper
– 3 cloves of garlic
– 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Oregano, thyme, and paprika to taste
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 cup quinoa
– 2 cups water
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Mediterranean spices.
3. Cut the bell peppers into thin slices and mince the garlic. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
4. Place the chicken in a baking dish and add the peppers, garlic, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. While the chicken is baking, prepare the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve, then combine it with water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy.
7. Plate the dish by placing a bed of quinoa on your plate, top with the chicken and veggie mixture. Drizzle everything with the juices from the baking dish. Enjoy!
