Description
This Garlic Herb Chicken & Carrot Plate is a simple, nourishing meal featuring juicy, pan-seared chicken breasts infused with garlic and herbs, served alongside tender roasted carrots. It’s a healthy and satisfying dish that’s easy to prepare and bursting with fresh flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss sliced carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, pepper, and half of the thyme and rosemary. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
- Meanwhile, season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, onion powder, and the remaining thyme and rosemary.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and sear for 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp should be 165°F).
- In the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, add remaining minced garlic to the pan and cook until fragrant. Optionally, add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
- Serve chicken on a plate with a generous portion of roasted carrots. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can swap carrots for other root vegetables like parsnips or sweet potatoes.
- This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasted / Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (1 chicken breast + carrots)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg