Literary Feast: Provencal Herb Chicken
Gather your book club for an elegant and heartwarming dinner featuring Provencal Herb Chicken. This dish captures the essence of Southern French cuisine, marinating tender chicken in fragrant herbs de Provence, garlic, and olive oil. Served alongside roasted seasonal vegetables and a crusty baguette, it’s the perfect culinary complement to your literary discussions.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons herbs de Provence
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cups mixed seasonal vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1 baguette, for serving
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, mix olive oil, herbs de Provence, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 2.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
- 3.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 4.
Spread the mixed vegetables on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
- 5.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on another baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 6.
Slice the baguette and warm it in the oven for about 5 minutes.
- 7.
Serve the chicken alongside roasted vegetables and baguette slices for a complete meal.
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