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Lemon Garlic Roasted Chicken with Asparagus & Sweet Potatoes – Diabetes-Friendly Dinner

This diabetes-friendly meal features roasted chicken seasoned with lemon and garlic, accompanied by tender asparagus and roasted sweet potatoes. It’s balanced, nutrient-rich, and easy to prepare for a satisfying lunch or dinner.



Ingredients

  • Chicken breast: 2, skinless and boneless
  • Sweet potatoes: 2 medium, peeled and cubed
  • Asparagus: 1 bunch, trimmed
  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
  • Fresh thyme: 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Salt and pepper: To taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the chicken: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub half of the mixture over the chicken breasts.
  3. Prepare vegetables: Toss sweet potato cubes with a bit of the remaining olive oil mixture. Spread sweet potatoes and chicken on one side of the baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, then add asparagus to the other side of the baking sheet. Drizzle remaining olive oil mixture over the asparagus and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Finish roasting: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
  6. Serve: Plate the roasted chicken alongside the sweet potatoes and asparagus, garnishing with lemon slices if desired.


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