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Healthy Diabetes-Friendly Sheet Pan Chicken Recipe Easy Low Carb Dinner

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A simple, low-carb, diabetes-friendly sheet pan chicken and roasted vegetables recipe that is quick, easy, and flavorful, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on), about 1.5 lbs (700 g)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 150 g), fresh or frozen (if frozen, thaw and pat dry)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds or half-moons
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (about 150 g)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin, cold-pressed recommended)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and cut broccoli into florets, slice the red bell pepper into strips, cut zucchini into rounds or half-moons, and halve the cherry tomatoes if large. Place all veggies in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Toss the vegetables with half the seasoning mix until lightly coated. Spread them evenly on a rimmed baking sheet, creating space for the chicken.
  5. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub the remaining seasoning mix all over the chicken pieces, getting under the skin if possible.
  6. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables on the sheet pan, giving each piece some space.
  7. Roast for 25-30 minutes, checking halfway through. Turn veggies if browning too fast. Chicken skin should be golden and crisp, and internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  8. Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes if chicken skin isn’t crispy enough, watching closely to avoid burning.
  9. Let the chicken rest on the pan for 5 minutes before serving. The vegetables will be tender and slightly caramelized.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Avoid crowding the pan to allow proper roasting and caramelization. Vegetables can be swapped or added based on season or preference. Reheat leftovers in the oven at 375°F for about 10 minutes to keep skin crispy.

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