Simple One-Pan Chicken Dinner | Crispy Skin, Satay Cauliflower 👌😊👍

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken pieces

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in pieces can be more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen potato wedges

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, and frozen options save prep time.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is often less expensive.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Zucchini is lower in calories, and frozen mixes are convenient.

Start with a cold pan and place the skin-on chicken breast in it without added fat.

Allow the natural chicken fat to render out slowly for crispy skin.

Once ready to turn, add smoked bacon under the chicken and cover the pan.

Finish cooking everything in the oven after browning the chicken.

After resting the chicken, add chopped cauliflower, onions, and jalapeño to the same pan.

Cook the vegetables in the leftover bacon and chicken juices.

Stir in a spoon of satay paste to combine flavors.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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