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Chicken Broccoli Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner

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๐Ÿ— This one-pan roasted chicken with broccoli and sweet potatoes is perfect for nutritious and balanced meal prep.
๐Ÿฅ— It’s an easy, flavorful recipe that combines protein, fiber, and vitamins in one convenient dish.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 medium chicken breasts, pounded thin

2 tablespoons Cajun or taco seasoning

2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cups sweet potatoes, diced

4 cups broccoli florets

Salt, to taste

Pepper, to taste

Instructions

1-How to Prepare the Perfect Chicken Broccoli Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner: Step-by-Step Guide: Ready to dive into making this delicious meal? Start by preheating your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC) and lining a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. This step sets the stage for a hassle-free cooking process that fits right into your busy day. Toss the 4 cups of diced sweet potatoes with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

2-While the sweet potatoes are roasting, mix the 4 medium chicken breasts, which youโ€™ve pounded thin, with 2 tablespoons of Cajun or taco seasoning, 2 to 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of lemon or lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. This marinade infuses the chicken with flavor and ensures it cooks evenly. After the initial 15 minutes, pull the baking sheet from the oven and add the seasoned chicken and 4 cups of broccoli, which youโ€™ve tossed with a little oil, salt, and pepper.

3-Pop it back in the oven for another 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through. For that extra golden touch, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end. Let everything cool before slicing the chicken and dividing it into 4 containers for meal prep. The total preparation time is about 37 minutes, with 10 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cooking, serving 4 people easily.

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Notes

๐Ÿณ Pound chicken breasts thin for even cooking.
๐Ÿงผ Line the baking sheet with foil or parchment for easier cleanup.
๐ŸŒถ๏ธ Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms, squash, asparagus, bell peppers, or zucchini that cook at the same rate.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Broil at the end to enhance flavor and achieve a golden color.
โ„๏ธ If using frozen vegetables, increase cooking time accordingly.
๐Ÿฅ— Cool food completely before portioning for meal prep containers.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 478 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 368 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 53 g
  • Cholesterol: 145 mg