Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies

PregnancyAmericanEasyServes 235 min

Chicken breast chunks roasted on a single pan with broccoli florets and sweet potato chunks.

This simple sheet pan meal delivers a powerful combination of lean protein for rapid fetal tissue growth and complex carbohydrates to keep the mother's energy steady. The broccoli and fresh lemon juice are packed with vitamin C, which actively helps the body absorb iron—a crucial nutrient for expanding blood volume. It is a low-effort, high-nourishment dinner that supports steady development for both mother and baby.

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One serving≈550 kcal · 50 g protein

Calories550 kcal

Protein50 g

Carbs50 g · 11.1g sugar

Fat19 g · 3.4g sat

Fiber13 g

Sodium833 mg

Folate215 mcg DFE

Iron4.2 mg

Calcium213 mg

Choline194 mg

Iodine69 mcg

Vitamin D8.4 IU

Vitamin B120.5 mcg

DHA + EPA24 mg

Zinc3.1 mg

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Ingredients

12 oz chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
2 whole sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ lemon, juiced

Cookware

Chef's knife
Cutting board
Vegetable peeler
Measuring spoons
Sheet pan — large
Mixing bowl — large
Silicone spatula

Method

1Preheat your oven to 425°F. While the oven heats, prep your vegetables and chicken if not done already.
2In a large mixing bowl, combine 12 oz chicken breast chunks, 2 diced sweet potatoes, and 1 head of broccoli florets.
3Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the mixture. Sprinkle evenly with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Toss well with a spatula until everything is evenly coated.
4Spread the mixture out onto a large sheet pan in a single, even layer. Make sure not to crowd the pan, which helps the ingredients roast rather than steam.
5Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (reaching an internal temp of 165°F) and the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
6Remove from the oven and immediately squeeze the juice of 0.5 lemon evenly over the hot pan to brighten the flavors.
7Let the dish rest on the pan for 3 minutes before serving to let the juices settle.

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