A simple one-pan dinner featuring juicy chicken breast marinated in a creamy Parmesan sauce, baked alongside seasoned potatoes, peppers, and onions. Easy to prepare and perfect for a family meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1 chicken breast
2-3tbsp Greek yogurt
1tbsp tomato paste (or tomato sauce)
Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2tbsp olive oil
For the Vegetables
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 small onion, sliced
Optional: 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
1
Prepare the Chicken
Score the chicken breast with a knife in a crisscross pattern.
Make shallow cuts to help it cook faster and absorb the marinade.
Set aside.
2
Make the Marinade
In a large bowl, add the Greek yogurt.
Add the tomato paste.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the olive oil.
Mix well until combined.
3
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breast to the marinade.
Coat it thoroughly on all sides.
Place it in the refrigerator while preparing the vegetables.
4
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and slice the red bell pepper into strips.
Peel and dice the potatoes into small pieces.
Slice the onion.
Mince the garlic if using.
5
Season the Vegetables
Remove the chicken from the marinade and set it aside.
Add the potatoes to the remaining marinade.
Add the bell pepper.
Add the onion.
Add the garlic if using.
Mix everything well so the vegetables are evenly coated.
6
Form the “Boats”
Fold strips of baking paper accordion-style to create dividers or boat shapes.
Arrange them in a baking tray.
Place the marinated chicken breast in the center.
Surround it with the seasoned vegetables.
7
Bake
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
Place the tray in the oven.
Bake until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and golden.
Continue baking until everything is nicely browned on top.
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Remove from the oven. Serve hot directly from the tray. Enjoy with a fresh salad or your favorite sauce.
