Here’s a flavorful and easy One-Pan Garlic Herb Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans recipe — perfect for busy weeknights or simple meal prep. Juicy chicken, tender potatoes, and crisp green beans all roasted together in a garlicky herb butter sauce.
🍗 One-Pan Garlic Herb Chicken with Potatoes & Green Beans
⭐ Ingredients (Serves 4):
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
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8 oz (225 g) green beans, trimmed
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3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of thyme, oregano, basil)
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1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
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Fresh parsley or grated Parmesan, for garnish (optional)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Oven:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a large baking sheet or roasting pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Marinade/Sauce:
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In a small bowl, mix olive oil (or butter), minced garlic, herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Assemble the Pan:
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Place chicken breasts in the center of the pan.
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Arrange halved potatoes around one side, green beans on the other.
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Drizzle the garlic herb mixture over everything. Toss potatoes and green beans to coat evenly.
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Optional: Squeeze lemon juice over the whole pan for brightness.
4. Roast:
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping potatoes halfway through, until:
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Chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F / 74°C)
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Potatoes are golden and fork-tender
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Green beans are crisp-tender
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5. Serve:
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Garnish with chopped parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan.
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Serve directly from the pan for easy cleanup and rustic charm!
🔁 Variations:
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Add cherry tomatoes in the last 10 minutes for a juicy pop.
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Use bone-in chicken thighs for even more flavor (increase bake time by 5–10 min).
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Try sweet potatoes or broccoli if you want to mix up the veggies.