NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1 cup carrots

1 tbsp maple syrup

1 tsp olive oil

0.5 cup quinoa

0.5 tsp fresh thyme

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tsp lemon juice

1 tsp garlic powder

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

• 2

  Peel the carrots and slice them into 1/2-inch thick diagonal rounds to ensure even roasting.

• 3

  In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, olive oil, fresh thyme, and half of the sea salt and black pepper.

• 4

  Place the carrot rounds in a bowl and toss with the maple-thyme mixture until every piece is thoroughly coated.

• 5

  Season the chicken breast evenly on both sides with the lemon juice, garlic powder, and the remaining sea salt and black pepper.

• 6

  Arrange the carrots and the chicken breast on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.

• 7

  Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.

• 8

  While the oven does the work, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions until it is light and fluffy.

• 9

  Slice the roasted chicken and serve it alongside the glazed carrots over the bed of cooked quinoa.