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Roast Chicken With Provencal Vegetables – Country Living

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This quick and easy meal brings the warmth of Provence to your table in under 30 minutes. Featuring tender roasted chicken paired with fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and eggplant, this dish is packed with savory herbs like marjoram and thyme. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a wholesome, home-cooked dinner without the fuss. The microwave method ensures the vegetables retain their crisp-tender texture while the chicken heats through evenly. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices, or enjoy as a light, healthy main course.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 29.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This quick and easy meal brings the warmth of Provence to your table in under 30 minutes. Featuring tender roasted chicken paired with fresh zucchini, tomatoes, and eggplant, this dish is packed with savory herbs like marjoram and thyme. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a wholesome, home-cooked dinner without the fuss. The microwave method ensures the vegetables retain their crisp-tender texture while the chicken heats through evenly. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices, or enjoy as a light, healthy main course.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 lb roasted chicken
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes (about 3, 4 to 5 oz), such as plum or Roma
  • 1 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 4 oz eggplant (with skin), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/4 tsp dried marjoram leaves, crushed
  • 1/8 tsp dried thyme leaves, crushed
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut the roasted chicken into two even pieces.
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, zucchini pieces, eggplant pieces, marjoram, thyme, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly with the herbs and spices.
  3. 3
    Place one piece of chicken on one side of a large microwave-safe dinner plate.
  4. 4
    Place half of the vegetable mixture next to the chicken on the same plate.
  5. 5
    Repeat the process with the remaining chicken and vegetable mixture on a second microwave-safe plate.
  6. 6
    Cover both plates loosely with plastic wrap, leaving a small corner open for steam to escape.
  7. 7
    Microwave the first plate on high (100 percent) for 6 minutes.
  8. 8
    Remove the first plate and immediately puncture the plastic wrap or uncover it to release steam and prevent the wrap from shrinking onto the food.
  9. 9
    Microwave the second plate on high for 6 minutes.
  10. 10
    Uncover the second plate immediately after cooking. Let stand for 1 minute before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 29.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5g3%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 11.1mg4%
Sodium 10.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 3.4g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Use pre-cooked roasted chicken to save time. If using raw chicken, increase cooking time significantly and ensure internal temperature reaches 165ðF (74ðC).

For best results, cut all vegetables into uniform 1/2-inch pieces to ensure even cooking.

You can substitute fresh herbs if available: use 1 teaspoon of fresh chopped marjoram and 1/2 teaspoon of fresh chopped thyme.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: chicken, provencal, vegetables, microwave, quick, easy, dinner, healthy, herbs, zucchini, tomatoes, eggplant, marjoram, thyme, leftovers, weeknight, french, light, meal, simple
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