Description
This Italian Chicken, Potato, and Green Bean Bake is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for a comforting family dinner. Tender cubed chicken breasts are combined with diced potatoes and green beans, all seasoned with classic Italian dressing mix and enriched with melted butter, then baked to perfection in the oven. The result is a deliciously savory dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2-3 Chicken Breasts, cubed
Vegetables
- 3-5 Small to Medium Potatoes, diced
- 2 Cans Green Beans (or 1 1/2 cans), drained
Seasonings & Others
- 1 Package Dry Italian Dressing Mix
- 1 Stick of Butter, melted (approximately 1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dish evenly.
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the cubed chicken breasts, diced potatoes, and drained green beans into a large baking pan, ensuring they are spread out evenly.
- Season: Sprinkle the dry Italian dressing mix evenly over the chicken, potatoes, and green beans to infuse the dish with herbaceous Italian flavors.
- Add Butter: Drizzle the melted butter over the entire pan, which will help to keep the ingredients moist and add richness.
- Bake Covered: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and potatoes to soften.
- Serve: Carefully remove the foil, check that the chicken is fully cooked and potatoes are tender, then serve hot. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
- You can use fresh green beans as a substitute if preferred; blanch them before baking to ensure tenderness.
- Adjust the quantity of potatoes based on your preference or size—smaller potatoes work best for even cooking.
- For a lower-fat version, reduce the amount of butter or substitute with olive oil.
- Covering the dish with foil during baking helps to keep it moist and prevents the top from drying out.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
