Description
Savor Mediterranean magic with this Italian-inspired chicken and potatoes dish, where rustic flavors dance on your plate. Crispy herb-roasted chicken nestles alongside golden potatoes, inviting you to experience a delicious journey through Italian countryside cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 3 chicken breasts, cubed
Starches and Vegetables:
- 5 small to medium potatoes, diced
- 1–2 cans green beans
Seasonings and Fats:
- 1 packet dry Italian dressing mix
- 1 stick of butter, melted (113 grams / 4 ounces)
Instructions
- Arrange cubed chicken, diced potatoes, and green beans in a spacious baking dish, ensuring even distribution.
- Generously sprinkle dry Italian dressing mix across the ingredients, coating them thoroughly for maximum flavor infusion.
- Drizzle melted butter uniformly over the entire mixture, creating a rich, glossy layer that will enhance taste and prevent drying.
- Securely cover the baking dish with aluminum foil, creating a sealed environment that traps moisture and promotes even cooking.
- Place the covered dish in a preheated 350°F oven, allowing the ingredients to bake and meld together for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
- Verify chicken is fully cooked by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F and potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from oven, let the dish rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, then serve immediately while still piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and easier slicing.
- Dice potatoes uniformly to guarantee consistent texture and prevent uneven cooking.
- Swap green beans with seasonal vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for variety and extra nutrition.
- Use gluten-free Italian dressing mix to make the dish suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2.4 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 23.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 11.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 22.8 g
- Fiber: 3.1 g
- Protein: 27.5 g
- Cholesterol: 102 mg