Grilled Chicken with Herb Sauce, Roasted Potatoes & Sautéed Veggies over Rice
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories per serving: ~650 kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Sauce
2 chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
Creamy Herb Sauce:
1 tbsp butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp flour
100 ml (⅓ cup + 1 tbsp) cream or milk
1 tbsp chopped fresh or dried herbs (parsley, chives, dill)
Salt & pepper
For the Potatoes
2 medium potatoes, peeled & diced
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp dried oregano or parsley
Salt & pepper
For the Veggies
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
½ onion, sliced
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of herbs (thyme or mixed herbs)
Salt & pepper
For the Rice
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
2 cups water
Salt
Instructions
Cook the rice: Rinse rice well. Bring 2 cups water to a boil, add salt and rice. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest, covered.
Roast the potatoes: Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once.
Sauté the vegetables: In a skillet, heat 1 tsp oil. Sauté carrot, zucchini, and onion with herbs, salt, and pepper over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
Cook the chicken: Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, herbs, salt, and pepper. Grill or sear in a hot pan for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in flour, then whisk in cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thick. Add herbs, salt, and pepper to taste.
Assemble: Layer rice at the bottom of a plate or bowl. Add roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and sliced grilled chicken on top. Spoon herb sauce over the chicken.
Tips & Variations
Use Greek yogurt instead of cream for a lighter sauce.
Swap zucchini for bell pepper or mushrooms.
Great for meal prep—stays fresh in the fridge for 3 days.