Easy Dinner Recipe

Name: Easy Dinner Recipe
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless chicken breasts; 2 cups mixed vegetables (like carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup rice or pasta (optional)

By: RILEY

Published: January 28, 2025

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why make this recipe

This Easy Dinner Recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something healthy and delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen. It’s quick to prepare, requires minimal clean-up, and the whole family will love it. With tender chicken and colorful mixed vegetables, this dish is as nutritious as it is tasty. You can also customize it with your favorite spices and sides to make it your own.

how to make Easy Dinner Recipe

Ingredients :

1 pound boneless chicken breasts
2 cups mixed vegetables (like carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup rice or pasta (optional)

Directions :

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts and mixed vegetables.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
Place the mixture in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
If using rice or pasta, cook according to package instructions while the chicken is baking.
Serve the chicken and vegetables over rice or pasta if desired.

how to serve Easy Dinner Recipe

This dish is delicious on its own but can be served over rice or pasta for a heartier meal. You can also garnish it with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice for added flavor. Pair it with a simple salad or bread for a complete dinner.

how to store Easy Dinner Recipe

To store leftovers, place the chicken and vegetables in an airtight container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to three months. Just make sure to let it cool completely before placing it in the freezer.

tips to make Easy Dinner Recipe

Chop the vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
Feel free to use frozen mixed vegetables to save time.
Add your favorite herbs or spices to change up the flavor.
Check the chicken’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (75°C).

variation

You can substitute the chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option. You can also try different vegetables based on what you have on hand, such as zucchini or green beans.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time as it may take a bit longer to cook through.

Q: What type of vegetables can I use?
A: You can use any mixed vegetables you like. Fresh or frozen options work well. Just make sure to cut them into similar sizes.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Yes, the recipe is gluten-free as long as you use gluten-free rice or pasta. Just check the labels to be sure.

Easy Dinner Recipe

A quick and healthy dinner option with tender chicken and vibrant mixed vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

By: Riley
Category: DINNER
Difficulty: Not specified
Cuisine: Not specified
Yield: 4 Servings
Dietary: None

Ingredients

01 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
02 2 cups mixed vegetables (like carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli)
03 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 Salt and pepper to taste
07 1 cup rice or pasta (optional)

Instructions

Step 01

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 02

2. In a large bowl, combine chicken breasts and mixed vegetables.

Step 03

3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.

Step 04

4. Place the mixture in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 05

5. If using rice or pasta, cook according to package instructions while the chicken is baking.

Step 06

6. Serve the chicken and vegetables over rice or pasta if desired.

Riley

Hi there I’m Riley Thompson, 42 years old, currently cooking, teaching, and experimenting from my cozy kitchen in Asheville, North Carolina. I wasn’t always a chef. In fact, I spent the first part of my adult life working in advertising in Chicago, living on takeout and black coffee. But somewhere between late nights and client deadlines, I realized that the happiest moments of my week were when I was trying to recreate my grandmother’s chicken pot pie on Sunday afternoons. That slow shift from eating to cooking sparked something deeper in me. I started small watching cooking shows, reading old cookbooks, and playing around with ingredients I barely knew how to pronounce. I burned a lot of things. I under-seasoned even more. But every time I nailed a dish. even a simple scrambled egg.I felt like I’d won a little prize. That joy never left. When I turned 30, I left my job, much to everyone’s confusion, and enrolled in a local culinary program. It was terrifying and thrilling. I wasn’t the youngest, or the fastest, but I was obsessed. After graduation, I spent a few years working in restaurants, picking up everything I could about timing, knife work, and how to stay calm when you’re ten tickets deep on a Saturday night. But it was in my own kitchen, making meals for friends and family, that I found my groove. These days, I focus on helping home cooks people just like you feel confident in the kitchen. I believe in recipes that work but also leave room for creativity. Cooking should feel like jazz, not math. I want you to taste, adjust, and make it your own. Some of the best meals I’ve ever had were “mistakes” that turned out better than the plan. I love teaching people how to use what they already have in their pantry, how to trust their palate, and how to bring a little fun into every meal. Whether it's a Tuesday night pasta or a weekend brunch with friends, my goal is to help you find the rhythm and joy in cooking without the stress. So come hang out, grab your favorite knife, and let’s cook something delicious together. Mistakes welcome. Seconds encouraged.

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