A traybake for one is a quick, easy, and delicious meal where all the ingredients are cooked together on one baking tray, perfect for a hassle-free dinner.
Craving a delicious traybake but don’t want to feed a small army? You’ve stumbled upon the culinary goldmine you need! This one’s for you, the master of single-serving delights, ready to indulge without leftovers haunting your fridge. Stick around for the fun, foolproof steps, and let’s make that tray sing with flavor!
The Singular Sensation Traybake
A divine, single-serving traybake that puts the “yum” in “maximum.” This dish is perfect for when you don’t want to share but do want a delicious mix of flavors and textures all to yourself. Roasted vegetables and creamy chicken swim in a luscious blend of spices, giving you a warm and satisfying culinary hug. Because who needs leftovers anyway?
- Cooking Method: Oven-baked
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: Modern Comfort
Ingredients
- 1 chicken thigh, skin-on, bone-in
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- ½ bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). You want that baby hot and ready like a summer’s day!
- Line a small baking tray with parchment paper. Nothing ruins a good meal like endless scrubbing.
- In a bowl, combine the potato, carrot, and bell pepper with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss it like you mean it!
- Spread the veggie mix evenly on the tray, keeping some space in the center.
- Place the chicken thigh skin-side up in the center of the tray. It’s the star of this show, give it the spotlight.
- Sprinkle a pinch more salt and pepper over the chicken for good measure.
- Roast for 30 minutes. At this point, you can enjoy the delicious aroma that has taken over your kitchen.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes. Because cheese. Enough said.
- Remove from oven and let it sit for a couple of minutes. Patience, my friend.
Suggestions
- Swap chicken thigh for tofu or portobello mushroom if you’re going meatless. Equally delish!
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice for a burst of freshness and acidity. Your tastebuds will thank you.
- Throw in some cherry tomatoes or zucchini if you’ve got them lingering in the fridge. Waste not, want not!
- For an extra crispy skin, crank up the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes. But keep an eye out—no one likes burnt chicken.
