
Herb-Roasted Chicken Breast with Garlic Green Beans
3.0
(1 reviews)
25min
45min
4
788
Chef's Note
For the juiciest chicken breasts, consider brining them for 30 minutes before cooking (1/4 cup salt dissolved in 4 cups water). Pat them completely dry before applying the herb rub. If you have a meat thermometer, it's the most reliable way to ensure your chicken is perfectly cooked without drying out.
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Ingredients
4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
8 cloves garlic
2 whole lemon
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 pounds green beans
3 tablespoons butter
2 medium shallots
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
2 pounds red potatoes
8 slices bacon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2
Mince 6 cloves of garlic and finely chop the fresh rosemary and thyme. Zest and juice 1 lemon.
- 3
In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 4
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Rub the herb mixture all over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- 5
Cut the remaining lemon into thin slices and place them on top of the chicken breasts.
- 6
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
While the chicken is roasting, wash and trim 2 pounds of green beans.
- 8
Dice 8 slices of bacon and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pan.
- 9
Wash and quarter 2 pounds of red potatoes. In a large pot, boil the potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- 10
In the skillet with bacon fat, add 2 tablespoons of butter and finely diced shallots. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
- 11
Add the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 12
Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- 13
Pour in 1/4 cup of white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 14
Add 1/2 cup of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon of dijon mustard, and the remaining salt and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the liquid is reduced by half.
- 15
Stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 16
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese. Toss to coat evenly.
- 17
Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 18
Sprinkle the crispy bacon over the green beans and serve alongside the herb-roasted chicken and parmesan potatoes.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
788
79g
40g
35g
Reviews (1)
Stevie H.
9/2/20253/5
Both sides were very good, but chicken was not. Needed to be pounded out and pan seared first before the oven.