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Healthy Chicken Leek and Potato Bake
A wholesome and flavorful baked dish combining tender chicken, leeks, and potatoes, perfect for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
Vegetables
- 3 leeks leeks (approximately 4 cups sliced)
- 1 lb small red potatoes
- 1 lg onion
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (peeled)
Oils & Liquids
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
Spices & Herbs
- 3 teaspoons dried thyme (divided)
- 2.75 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- 1.25 teaspoons ground mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Soak sliced leeks in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain.
- Chop potatoes and onion; prepare vinaigrette with olive oil, lemon juice, 1.75 tsp salt, 2 tsp thyme, and mustard. Whisk well.
- Season chicken with 1 tsp salt, black pepper, and 1 tsp thyme. Place in baking dish.
- Drain leeks, mix with potatoes, onion, and garlic. Drizzle vinaigrette over and toss to coat.
- Arrange vegetables around chicken and bake for 45-50 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
Ensure chicken is cooked through before serving.