#chickenandvegetables

Foxy's Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

Foxy: “If your week is busy, let the oven help you. Cut everything evenly, season it well, and give it enough room on the pan. Crowding the tray is how vegetables become sad, and we do not need sad vegetables in this house. Good food. Minimal fuss. Tomorrow’s lunch handled.”

Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

Ingredients:

1 lb chicken breast, cubed

1 sweet potato, cubed

1 head broccoli, cut into florets

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 red onion, sliced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Cut chicken and vegetables into roughly even-sized pieces so they cook evenly.

Place chicken, sweet potato, broccoli, bell pepper, and red onion on the sheet pan.

Drizzle with olive oil.

Sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Toss everything until evenly coated.

Spread the chicken and vegetables into a single layer. Do not crowd the pan.

Roast for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Portion into containers for meal prep, or serve warm.

Meal Prep Note: Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

You can enjoy the tastes of Panda Express in a healthier way by making it at home. This slow cooker recipe makes sure that the chicken is tender and the vegetables are cooked just right in a tasty sauce.

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces. 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce. 1/4 cup hoisin sauce. 2 tablespoons honey. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar. 1 teaspoon sesame oil. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon minced ginger. 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional. 2 cups broccoli florets. 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced. 2 tablespoons cornstarch. 2 tablespoons water. Cooked brown rice, for serving. Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish.

Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine. Add chicken pieces to the slow cooker and toss to coat with the sauce. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1.5-2 hours, until chicken is cooked through and tender. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets and sliced bell pepper to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker, stirring well to thicken the sauce. Continue cooking for an additional 15-30 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are tender. Serve the chicken and vegetables over cooked brown rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Enjoy your healthier version of Panda Express style chicken!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

A quick and tasty couscous recipe with tender chicken and sautéed vegetables, flavored with paprika and cumin. This dish is both easy to make and full of flavor, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 1 cup couscous. 2 cups chicken broth. 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced. 1 red bell pepper, sliced. 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced. 1 zucchini, diced. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon paprika. 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a medium-sized pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Place the couscous in a heatproof bowl, and pour the boiling chicken broth over it. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Saut for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Add the sliced bell peppers and diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. To serve, spoon the cooked couscous onto plates and top with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy your delicious Couscous di Pollo e Verdure Stufate!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes