When dreary weather makes takeaway tempting, a proper home-cooked dinner doesn't have to be a hassle. James Martin's roasted chicken and tomato traybake offers a brilliantly straightforward solution: simply assemble ingredients on a tray, roast until bubbling and caramelised, and enjoy a cracking meal with minimal effort.
Perfect for Busy Families
This dinner is ideal for families as it generously serves six people, whether you're feeding the whole household or batch-cooking for the week ahead. The most labour-intensive part involves chopping vegetables for about 10 minutes, then the dish bakes in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes while you relax.
On his website, James Martin said: "Need the perfect quick and easy dinner for those busy week nights and lazy weekends? Look no further." This recipe truly delivers on that promise with its simple approach and satisfying results.
Ingredients You'll Need
- 600g of chicken fillets
- 300g of baby potatoes
- Two red onions
- Four baby aubergines
- Three mixed peppers
- Four garlic cloves
- Two cans of tinned tomatoes (400g each)
- 50ml of olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Rosemary and basil sprigs
Simple Step-by-Step Method
- First, preheat your oven to 220°C (Gas Mark 7, or 200°C for fan ovens).
- Spend about 10 minutes preparing your vegetables: halve the potatoes and baby aubergines, slice the red onions and peppers, and bash the garlic cloves.
- Tip the tinned tomatoes into a large roasting tray, then add the prepared aubergines, red onions, peppers, potatoes, garlic and chicken fillets.
- Drizzle over the olive oil, then season with rosemary, salt and pepper. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are nicely coated.
- Place the tray in the oven and cook for 40 to 45 minutes, until the vegetables are beautifully charred and the chicken is cooked through.
- Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle fresh basil over the top for a finishing touch, and your effortless midweek traybake is ready to enjoy.
This roasted chicken traybake proves that delicious, satisfying meals don't require complicated techniques or hours in the kitchen. With minimal preparation and straightforward cooking methods, it's the perfect solution for those evenings when you want something homemade without the fuss.
