Chicken baked with walnut sauce and vegetables in the oven ChatGPT

Baking chicken with walnut sauce and vegetables sounds like a wonderful and nutritious dish! The walnut sauce adds a rich, nutty flavor that pairs beautifully with the chicken and veggies. Here's a recipe you can follow:

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken and Vegetables:

  • 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 cup carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced

• For the Walnut Sauce:

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley or cilantro
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Walnut Sauce:

   1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   2. In a food processor or blender, combine walnuts, garlic, parsley (or cilantro), olive oil, Parmesan cheese (if using), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
   3. Blend until smooth. You may need to add a bit more olive oil if the sauce is too thick. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables:

   1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season with dried thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
   2. Toss the baby potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet or in a large baking dish.

3. Bake:

   1. Place the seasoned chicken on top of the vegetables.
   2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender and golden. The exact time will depend on the size and type of chicken pieces used.

4. Add the Walnut Sauce:

   1. During the last 10 minutes of baking, spoon some of the walnut sauce over the chicken.
   2. Continue baking until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is heated through.

5. Serve:

   1. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
   2. Serve the chicken with the roasted vegetables and additional walnut sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.

This dish is great on its own or with a side of rice or quinoa if you want a bit more bulk. Enjoy your meal! If you have any questions or need modifications, feel free to ask.