Sheet Pan Sweet-Garlic Chicken Tenders with Caramelized Broccoli & Cauliflower Florets


Ingredients:

2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey or date syrup

1/4 cup avocado or olive oil, divided

3 large garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot

1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, divided

2 1/2 pounds raw boneless skinless chicken tenderloins (tenders)

1 pound broccoli florets

1 pound cauliflower florets

3 scallions, green and white parts, sliced

1 fresh red hot pepper, extra-thinly sliced

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line two rimmed baking sheets with silicone mats or

parchment paper.

 

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the tamari, honey, 1 tablespoon of oil, garlic,

ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add the chicken tenders and gently toss to coat. Set

aside to marinate for 20 to 30 minutes.

 

3. In a large bowl, add the broccoli, cauliflower, remaining 3 tablespoons oil, and

remaining 1 1/4 teaspoons salt and toss to combine.

 

4. Evenly arrange the chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking

sheets and roast until chicken is well done (165°F internal temperature) and

vegetables are lightly browned, about 18 minutes.

 

5. Sprinkle with the scallions and red pepper. Serve as is. Or enjoy over buckwheat soba

noodles or brown rice along with an Asian-style sauce of choice or just tamari.

 

Hint: If you prefer your veggies to be well caramelized or charred, arrange the chicken

and vegetables on separate baking sheets. Roast the veggies a few minutes longer than

the chicken.

 
Serves: 6
 
Protein: 50g
 
Calories: 375