As the weekend approaches and warmer days beckon, the last thing you want is to spend hours in the kitchen. Even with more free time, quick and easy meals that minimize cleanup allow you to enjoy your evenings to the fullest.
Traybakes are a go-to for simplicity and taste, and Mary Berry’s latest creation from her Mary 90 cookbook offers a standout option with a Thai twist. This vibrant chicken traybake combines aromatic flavors with wholesome ingredients—all cooked in a single pan, resulting in minimal washing up.
Packed with protein-rich chicken and a colorful medley of vegetables including fresh peppers, aubergine, spinach, and onion, this dish is as nutritious as it is appetizing. The recipe itself is described as “vibrant and full of flavour,” ideal for serving alongside rice or a crisp, dressed salad.
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Unlike some dishes that benefit from being frozen or refrigerated, this traybake is best enjoyed immediately after baking, ensuring the freshest, most vibrant taste.
Here’s how to whip it up:
Ingredients
For the traybake:
- Aubergine
- Mixed peppers
- Onion
- Spinach
- Thai basil
- Lime leaves
- Lemongrass
- Chicken pieces
- Sweet chili sauce
- Oil
For the sauce:
- [List sauce ingredients as per recipe]
Method
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Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/Gas Mark 7. Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
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Spread the aubergine, peppers, and onion in a large shallow roasting tray. Drizzle with two tablespoons of oil and toss well. Pour over half the sauce, add lime leaves and lemongrass, then roast for 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, toss the chicken with remaining oil, sweet chili sauce, and season generously. Heat a large frying pan until very hot, then brown the chicken quickly until golden and sealed.
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Remove the roasting tray from the oven, pour over the remaining sauce, and arrange the browned chicken on top. Return to the oven for around 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
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Transfer the chicken to a plate. Stir spinach and Thai basil into the vegetables and sauce in the tray. Gently warm on the hob until the spinach wilts.
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Serve your vibrant Thai chicken traybake with steamed rice or a fresh salad and enjoy!
This recipe combines ease, bold flavors, and minimal fuss, making it a perfect go-to for weekend dinners that impress without stress.