Garlic Herb Chicken with Crispy Potatoes & Green Beans
A delicious one-pan style meal featuring golden garlic-herb chicken, perfectly crispy roasted potatoes, and tender green beans. It’s balanced, savory, and Mediterranean-friendly — perfect for meal prep or a clean, wholesome dinner.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25–30 minutes
Total: 35–40 minutes
Servings:2–3
Ingredients
For the Chicken
2 chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried basil
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
Optional: 2 minced garlic cloves
For the Crispy Potatoes
2–3 medium potatoes, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp dried rosemary or oregano
Salt & pepper
For the Green Beans
1½ cups green beans, trimmed
1 tsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt & pepper
Optional: squeeze of lemon
Instructions
1. Roast the Crispy Potatoes
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Toss potatoes with olive oil, paprika, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes, until golden and crispy.
2. Prepare & Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with garlic powder, oregano, basil, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Heat a pan with olive oil on medium-high heat.
Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Add minced garlic in the last minute and toss so the chicken absorbs the aromatics.
Remove and let rest.
3. Saute the Green Beans
In the same pan, add a splash of olive oil if needed.
Add green beans and sauté for 4–5 minutes.
Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and cook another 1 minute.
Optional: finish with a squeeze of lemon.
4. Assemble the Plate
Add a serving of crispy roasted potatoes.
Add garlic herb chicken sliced or whole.
Serve with garlic green beans on the side.
Optional: drizzle a touch of olive oil or add fresh parsley.
Tips
Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
Add cherry tomatoes to roast with the potatoes for extra color.
Sprinkle parmesan over potatoes for a cheesy finish.
Add a quick sauce:
Mix 1 tbsp Greek yogurt + lemon + garlic + pepper for a light herb dip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this one-pan in the oven?
Yes! Add chicken + potatoes together at 220°C for 20–25 minutes, add green beans in the last 10 minutes.
Q: Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely — it reheats beautifully.
Q: Can I make it non-spicy?
It already is! Just remove paprika if you want it milder.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480 kcal
Protein: 38g
Carbs: 45g
Fat: 15g