Dijon Chicken with Roasted Broccoli & Butternut Squash

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Precubed butternut squash is a timesaver in this easy baked chicken recipe. Look for it in the produce section.

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (2 lbs.)

  • 4 cups broccoli florets

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp. dried, divided

  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 2-inch strips

  • ½ medium onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth

  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard

  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine (Optional)

  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 400 degrees F.

  2. Combine squash, broccoli, 1 1/2 Tbsp. oil, 1 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp. dried), and 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet; toss to coat. Roast on the lower rack for 15 minutes.

  3. Arrange chicken in a single layer on another large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1/2 Tbsp. oil and the remaining 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper; toss to coat. After the vegetables have roasted for 15 minutes, stir them and return to the oven. Place the pan of chicken on the upper rack. Roast both pans until the vegetables are browned and tender and the chicken is cooked through, 14 to 18 minutes more.

  4. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, mustard, and wine (if using); simmer, stirring often, until slightly reduced, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan, parsley, and the remaining 1 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp. dried).

  5. Divide the chicken and vegetables among 4 plates and serve with the sauce.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine, Winter 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

358 Calories
15g Fat
31g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 3 oz. chicken + 1 1/2 cups vegetables + 3 Tbsp. sauce
Calories 358
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 30g 59%
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Vitamin A 24621IU 492%
Vitamin C 114mg 127%
Folate 115mcg 29%
Sodium 659mg 29%
Calcium 221mg 17%
Iron 3mg 18%
Magnesium 117mg 28%
Potassium 1205mg 26%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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