Welcome to your new favorite weeknight meal! This is an absolute dream for busy evenings – simple, incredibly flavorful, and beautifully balanced. Tender, succulent chicken breast, perfectly roasted baby potatoes, and crisp green beans all come together on one pan, seasoned with bright lemon and aromatic herbs, delivering a truly elegant and utterly delicious halal meal with minimal fuss.
📜 Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless halal chicken breasts (about 6-8 oz each)
1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved if large
12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 lemon, zested and juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
📝 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Add the chicken breasts to this marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Set aside for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the vegetables.
- On the prepared baking sheet, toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Spread them in a single layer on one side of the baking sheet.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts on the other side of the baking sheet, ensuring they are not touching the potatoes too much.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- While the chicken and potatoes are roasting, toss the trimmed green beans with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- After 20 minutes, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the green beans to the baking sheet, scattering them around the chicken and potatoes. Gently toss the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue to roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C), the potatoes are tender and golden, and the green beans are crisp-tender.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy this vibrant, healthy, and satisfying meal!
💡 Chef's Tips
- Meal Prep Marvel: This recipe is fantastic for meal prepping! Cook a larger batch and divide it into individual containers for healthy lunches or dinners throughout the week. The flavors meld beautifully.
- Herb Variations: Feel free to swap out the dried herbs for your favorites! Italian seasoning blend, Herbes de Provence, or even a touch of smoked paprika can add a wonderful twist to the chicken and vegetables.
- Don't Overcrowd: For the best roasting results, ensure your baking sheet isn't too crowded. If you're doubling the recipe, use two baking sheets to allow the ingredients to crisp up instead of steaming.
