Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables Recipe

This incredibly easy recipe delivers juicy, tender poached chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables in just 35 minutes! Simply toss everything in a dish, pop it in the oven, and forget about it. The secret? A little olive oil and placing the chicken at the bottom ensures moist, flavorful results. Use your favorite frozen vegetables – feel free to get creative! Perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 184 kcal

Protein 55g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
12 oz frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, etc.)
Lemon, Juice Of
1/2 teaspoon salt
Black Pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, toss the chicken breast with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Place the seasoned chicken breast in the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Place 12 oz of frozen mixed vegetables on top of the chicken.
Pour the juice of 1 lemon over the chicken and vegetables.
Cover the baking dish tightly with foil or a lid.
Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and carefully remove the chicken and vegetables using a slotted spoon.
Optional: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon warm water and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth. Pour any pan juices from the baking dish into the bowl and whisk to combine, then return the sauce to the baking dish and simmer until thickened.
Serve the chicken and vegetables over rice or potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables?

Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables?

Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables has approximately 184 calories per serving, with about 55 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables?

The key ingredients for Solo Poached Lemon Chicken And Vegetables are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Frozen Vegetables, Lemon, Juice Of, Salt, Black Pepper, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.