Pan-Roasted Chicken with Carrots and Almonds

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Pan-Roasted Chicken with Carrots and Almonds
45 min.
4
591kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with this delightful Pan-Roasted Chicken with Carrots and Almonds, a culinary masterpiece that's both healthy and satisfying! This dish brilliantly marries the succulent flavors of skin-on chicken breasts with the earthy sweetness of roasted carrots and the delightful crunch of coarsely chopped almonds, creating a medley that excites every bite. Perfectly seasoned and complemented by a tangy lemon yogurt sauce, it offers a balanced nutritional profile while boasting an impressive health score of 60.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this gluten-free meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome family dinner or a cozy lunch with friends. Each serving packs 591 calories, ensuring you stay energized throughout the day without compromising on flavor. As you savor the warm, aromatic notes of fresh tarragon and the rich, roasted goodness, you’ll appreciate the effort you put into crafting this nourishing main dish.

Elevate your cooking experience and impress your guests with this vibrant dish, where every component shines through while being complemented by the stunning presentation. Grab your apron, and let’s turn this recipe into a memorable meal that brings joy to your table!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds coarsely chopped
  • pound carrots peeled ( 12)
  • tablespoons tarragon fresh coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon honey 
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • cup greek yogurt plain
  • 0.5 small shallots finely chopped
  •  chicken breast bone-in

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss carrots, almonds,honey, and 2 tablespoons oil on a large rimmedbaking sheet; season with salt and pepper.Roast, tossing occasionally, until carrots aretender, 15-20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oilin a large skillet over medium-high heat.Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cookchicken, skin side down, until goldenbrown, 5-8 minutes. Turn chicken over,transfer skillet to oven, and roast untilcooked through, 10-15 minutes longer.
  3. While chicken and carrots are roasting,mix yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl.Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Remove chicken and carrots fromoven; transfer chicken to a large plate.
  5. Addcarrots, shallot, and tarragon to skilletand toss to coat in pan drippings.
  6. Servewith lemon yogurt.
  7. Per serving: 580 calories, 25 g fat, 4 g fiber
  8. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories591kcal
Protein39.62%
Fat44.65%
Carbs15.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.28
Glycemic Load
7.21
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
39.183043386625%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Eriodictyol
0.17mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:591.23kcal
29.56%
Fat:29.5g
45.38%
Saturated Fat:4.05g
25.32%
Carbohydrates:23.39g
7.8%
Net Carbohydrates:17.58g
6.39%
Sugar:12.41g
13.79%
Cholesterol:147.14mg
49.05%
Sodium:361.66mg
15.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:58.88g
117.77%
Vitamin A:19162.09IU
383.24%
Vitamin B3:25.77mg
128.84%
Selenium:78.36µg
111.94%
Vitamin B6:2mg
100.18%
Phosphorus:681.67mg
68.17%
Vitamin E:7.78mg
51.87%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.71%
Potassium:1523.51mg
43.53%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.36%
Vitamin B5:3.8mg
37.97%
Magnesium:139.36mg
34.84%
Fiber:5.81g
23.25%
Vitamin K:24.04µg
22.89%
Calcium:194.37mg
19.44%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.57%
Iron:3.15mg
17.53%
Zinc:2.57mg
17.12%
Copper:0.33mg
16.74%
Vitamin C:12.4mg
15.03%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.37%
Folate:53.23µg
13.31%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious