Pan-Roasted Chicken with Carrots and Almonds

A delicious combination of crispy-skinned chicken breasts served with honey-roasted carrots and almonds, accompanied by a tangy lemon-yogurt sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh tarragon and shallots for an elegant finish.

4 servings
53 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound small carrots (about 12), peeled
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped almonds
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • to taste Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
  • 4 pieces skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts (3-4 pounds total)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • ½ small small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss carrots, almonds, honey, and 2 tablespoons oil on a large rimmed baking sheet; season with salt and pepper. Roast, tossing occasionally, until carrots are tender, 15-20 minutes.

    20 min

  2. 2.

    Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook chicken, skin side down, until golden brown, 5-8 minutes. Turn chicken over, transfer skillet to oven, and roast until cooked through, 10-15 minutes longer.

    23 min

  3. 3.

    While chicken and carrots are roasting, mix yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Remove chicken and carrots from oven; transfer chicken to a large plate. Add carrots, shallot, and tarragon to skillet and toss to coat in pan drippings. Serve with lemon yogurt.

    5 min

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