Quick and Easy Chicken Bake

Transform dinner time with this flavorful and fuss-free Quick and Easy Chicken Bake—your ultimate one-pan solution for busy weeknights! Featuring succulent boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, paprika, and oregano, nestled alongside tender baby potatoes and vibrant green beans, this dish delivers perfectly balanced flavors and textures in every bite. Topped with melty mozzarella cheese and finished with a refreshing drizzle of lemon juice, this recipe shines as a comforting yet light option. Ready in just 50 minutes from prep to plate, it’s the ideal choice for a wholesome, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Perfect for families or meal-planning enthusiasts, this chicken bake combines convenience with mouthwatering goodness—making it an instant favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with a teaspoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish, leaving space between them.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts to season them.

Step 5

In another bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Arrange the seasoned potatoes around the chicken in the baking dish.

Step 7

Bake the chicken and potatoes in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 8

While the chicken and potatoes are baking, toss the green beans with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and set aside.

Step 9

After 25 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and arrange the green beans on top of the potatoes.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 11

Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and drizzle the lemon juice over the chicken and vegetables for a burst of fresh flavor.

Step 13

Let the dish sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your quick and easy chicken bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	954.4 grams (954.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1652

Total Fat 65.90g	84%
Saturated Fat 18.60g	93%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 632mg	211%
Sodium 2092mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 18.00g	7%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 5.60g
Protein 233.60g	467%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 2207mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 58.4%

Carbs: 4.5%