Description
Experience the delightful fusion of tender chicken and roasted cauliflower bathed in aromatic garlic and rich olive oil with this Olive Oil Garlic Chicken & Cauliflower Tray Bake. This one-pan wonder is not just simple and delicious; it also brings restaurant-quality flavors to your table with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cups fresh cauliflower florets (about 1 medium head)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and lemon juice until well coated.
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and mix until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned chicken and cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring space for roasting.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg