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Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables Recipe

A hearty vegan take on Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables—crispy, golden, and bursting with herby, garlicky flavor that makes dinner feel luxurious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 315
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan “Chicken Thighs”
  • 2 cups seitan or extra-firm tofu thickly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 2 medium potatoes cubed
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 zucchini chopped
  • 1 carrot sliced
  • 1 red onion cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges
  • Instructions

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment because we don’t do stuck-on chaos.
  2. Prep the “Chicken”: Toss seitan or tofu in olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Season the Veggies: In a large bowl, mix potatoes, bell pepper, zucchini, carrot, and onion with olive oil, rosemary, oregano, and lemon juice.
  4. Arrange and Roast: Spread everything on the tray. Place the “chicken” pieces on top for that perfect golden bake.
  5. Bake: Roast for 20 minutes, flip everything, then roast another 15 minutes until the veggies are caramelized and “chicken” is crispy.
  6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot and soak up the applause.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 315
  • Total Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 23g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin C: 28%
  • Iron: 20%
  • Calcium: 15%
  • Vitamin A: 25%
  • Magnesium: 17%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add cherry tomatoes for a pop of color and sweetness.
  • Swap rosemary with basil if you’re feeling extra Mediterranean.
  • Air fry leftovers for a next-day crisp revival.
  • Pair with a glass of white wine and a smug smile—you’ve earned it.
  • Warning: this dish may cause spontaneous dinner invitations from nosy neighbors.