Description
This Italian Chicken, Potatoes, and Green Beans sheet pan dinner combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with perfectly roasted baby potatoes and crisp green beans, all seasoned with Italian herbs and spices. It’s an easy, flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights, delivering a wholesome, gluten-free Italian-inspired dinner with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Vegetables
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
Seasonings and Oils
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnishes
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan to prevent sticking and arrange the chicken breasts in the center. Position the halved baby potatoes on one side and the trimmed green beans on the other side of the pan for even cooking.
- Make the Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful herb oil.
- Season and Toss: Drizzle the olive oil mixture evenly over the chicken, potatoes, and green beans. Toss the potatoes and green beans gently to coat them well with the seasoning. Brush or spoon some of the mixture over the chicken pieces to ensure they are well flavored.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep moisture in. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the potatoes to soften.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15–20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the potatoes are fork-tender with a nice golden color on top.
- Add Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle the hot dish with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can swap boneless, skinless chicken breasts for bone-in thighs for more flavor, but increase the cooking time accordingly to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Feel free to add cherry tomatoes or sliced red onion alongside the green beans and potatoes to add extra color and taste to the dish.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
