Enjoy a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal with this easy chicken fillet and vegetable recipe. The chicken turns tender and juicy, while the vegetables absorb all the delightful flavors, creating a perfect dinner option for any night.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg chicken fillet
- Salt and pepper, to season both sides
- Butter
- Olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 7 small tomatoes, halved
- 6 small potatoes, chopped
- 150 ml tomato sauce
- 100 ml water
- Salt, to taste
- Provencal herbs, to taste
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken fillets on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat a mix of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken fillets and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the chopped bell peppers, halved tomatoes, and chopped potatoes.
- Sauté for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring from time to time.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a baking dish, arrange the sautéed vegetables and place the chicken fillets on top.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix the tomato sauce with water, a pinch of salt, and Provencal herbs to taste.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the baking dish.
- Bake the Dish:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Add Cheese:
- Remove the foil, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken and vegetables.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy this delicious chicken and vegetable dinner hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Conclusion
This simple and delicious chicken and vegetable dinner is a perfect combination of tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce. It’s a healthy and quick meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a wholesome dinner with minimal effort!