This simple but flavorful chicken recipe will please even the pickiest eaters, and it’s a recipe you’ll return to over and over.
INGREDIENTS
1 lb. green beans, trimmed
12 sprigs fresh thyme, divided
2 tbsp. olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and pepper
1/2 c. grated Parmesan, divided
1 14-oz can artichoke hearts, halved and patted very dry
1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 lemon, halved
METHOD
- Heat oven to 425°F. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss green beans and 6 sprigs thyme with 1 Tbsp oil and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper, then toss with 1/4 cup Parmesan. Nestle artichokes onto pan, cut sides down, and roast on bottom rack in oven until golden brown and tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining Tbsp oil in a large oven-safe skillet on medium. Season chicken with 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper and cook until golden brown on bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip chicken over and cook 2 minutes more.
- Add lemon, cut side down, and remaining 6 thyme sprigs to skillet. Transfer skillet to oven along with vegetables and roast until chicken is cooked through, 9 to 10 minutes more.
- Toss remaining Parmesan with artichokes and green beans, then serve with chicken.