One-Pan Chicken Thigh & Veggie Bake
A simple, diabetes-friendly full meal in one dish.
Why this works
- Balanced protein + high-fiber veggies for steadier blood sugar.
- Low glycemic load—no bread, rice, or pasta needed.
- Truly simple: everything cooks together in one casserole dish.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (remove skin if preferred)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 tbsp butter, bacon grease, or coconut oil (no seed oils)
- 2 tsp Kickn Spice (or your preferred seasoning)
- ½ cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt & pepper to taste (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a large casserole dish with butter, bacon grease, or coconut oil.
- Arrange chicken thighs in the dish, skin-side up. Surround with broccoli, green beans, carrots, onion, and bell pepper.
- Drizzle the remaining butter/grease/oil over everything. Sprinkle evenly with Kickn Spice. Add a light pinch of salt and pepper if desired.
- Pour ½ cup water or broth into the bottom of the dish to gently steam the veggies and keep the chicken moist.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temp of 165°F and the top is lightly golden.
- Rest 5 minutes. Serve chicken with the roasted veggies—this is the full meal.
Notes
- You can vary the amounts of each vegetable based on preference (more green beans, less onion, etc.).
- For crispier skin: after removing the foil, switch to broil for 1–2 minutes—watch closely.
- Estimated time: about 55 minutes total including prep.
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