Even if you live alone, you can easily make delicious food using an oven. Oven cooking is convenient because you can do other things while cooking, making it perfect for busy daily life. In this article, we will introduce some easy and delicious recipes using an oven, so please try them out.
1. Roast chicken and seasonal vegetables
Material:
- Chicken thighs (or your favorite part)
- Seasonal vegetables (potatoes, carrots, zucchini, etc.)
- Olive oil
- rosemary, thyme (dried or fresh)
- Salt and pepper
procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and brush with olive oil.
- Chop the seasonal vegetables and arrange them around the chicken.
- Sprinkle with rosemary and thyme and bake in the oven for 40 minutes to an hour until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is golden brown.
2. Oven-baked potatoes with cheese
Material:
- Potatoes
- Cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- Olive oil
- Paprika powder
- Salt and pepper
procedure:
- Wash the potatoes and cut them into rings with the skin on.
- Coat a baking dish with olive oil and arrange the potatoes.
- Add cheese and sprinkle with paprika, salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C and bake for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are tender. When the cheese is melted and golden brown, it’s done.
3. Roasted butternut squash
Material:
- Butternut Squash
- Olive oil
- Honey
- cinnamon
- Salt and pepper
procedure:
- Cut the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds.
- Coat a baking dish with olive oil and place the squash skin side down.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon, salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake for 40 minutes to an hour until the squash is tender and sweet.
4. Oven-baked salmon with lemon
Material:
- Salmon fillet
- lemon
- Olive oil
- Herbs (such as dill or parsley)
- Salt and pepper
procedure:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
- Season the salmon with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with herbs.
- Place the lemon slices on top of the salmon and place in a baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
5. Baked potato and salad
Material:
- Potatoes
- Salad vegetables (tomatoes, cucumbers, etc.)
- cheese
- sour cream
- butter
- Salt and pepper
procedure:
- Wash the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork.
- Bake the potatoes in the oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Remove from oven, cut and top with butter, cheese and sour cream.
- Serve with salad vegetables and it’s complete.
6. Summary
We have introduced you to some oven-friendly dishes for those living alone. These recipes are all easy to make while doing other things. Enjoy delicious meals and maintain a healthy diet even on busy days.のことをしながら簡単に作れるものばかりです。忙しい日々でも美味しい食事を楽しんで、健康的な食生活を送りましょう。
