Tender roasted chicken with fresh herbs, seasonal vegetables, and penne in a light, fragrant sauce. Simple weeknight dinner for four.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
09 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
10 - 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
11 - 1 small red onion, sliced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1 cup broccoli florets
→ Pasta
14 - 12 ounces penne pasta
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
→ Finish
17 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
18 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
19 - Zest of 1 lemon, optional
20 - Extra salt and pepper to taste
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat thoroughly.
02 - Place seasoned chicken on one side of the prepared tray. Arrange bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli on the other side. Drizzle vegetables with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
03 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and vegetables are tender. Remove from oven and let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Meanwhile, cook penne in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.
05 - In a large skillet over medium heat, combine cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, sliced chicken, and reserved pasta water. Toss gently to combine and heat through.
06 - Stir in Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and lemon zest if using. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
