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Healthy Gestational Diabetes-Friendly Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner

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A quick, easy, and healthy sheet pan chicken dinner perfect for managing gestational diabetes with balanced macros and low glycemic veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen, about 300 grams)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 150 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon sea salt recommended)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  5. In another bowl, toss broccoli florets, sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Spread the veggies evenly on a large rimmed sheet pan, giving them space to roast rather than steam. Nestle the chicken breasts among the veggies.
  7. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes. After 15 minutes, use tongs to gently turn the veggies for even roasting. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for garnish and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the veggies. Pat chicken dry before seasoning to promote browning. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F. Turn veggies halfway through roasting for even browning. Let chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy. If veggies brown too fast, loosely cover with foil halfway through roasting. Optional: sprinkle toasted sliced almonds over veggies before serving for crunch.

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