How to Make Sunny Mediterranean Roasted Chicken & Vegetables - Recipe Video

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Skinless thighs are leaner, while drumsticks are more budget-friendly.

fresh rosemary

🥗Healthier: dried rosemary

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried herbs are often more affordable and have a longer shelf life.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Cilantro adds a fresh flavor, while dried parsley is cost-effective.

Marinate the chicken by mixing 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of honey in a medium-sized bowl.

Add 2 teaspoons of dried rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the bowl and whisk together.

Add 18 ounces of chicken thigh meat, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the marinade and mix to coat the chicken evenly.

Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour, covering it if marinating longer or in warm weather.

Prepare the vegetables: cut 1/2 pound of champagne mushrooms into thirds, coarsely chop 1/2 red onion, cut 1 medium carrot into 1/4-inch thick slices, and cut 1 medium zucchini into 1/2-inch thick half moons.

Cut 4 ounces of pancetta into quarter-inch sticks.

In a bowl, combine the prepared vegetables and pancetta.

Add the marinated chicken and all the marinade to the bowl with the vegetables and toss to combine.

Pour everything into a 9 by 13 baking dish.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, checking for browning and doneness.

Once done, serve in a rustic bowl and drizzle some of the leftover juices over the dish.

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