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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken & Veg

Makes 2 servings. About 650-800 kcal, 65-80 g protein, 25-40 g carbs, 25-35 g fat per serving. Part of The Plan.

Ingredients

1.5 lbboneless, skinless chicken breast
1 mediumcauliflower
1 lbBrussels sprouts
30 gfinely grated Parmesan
1 tbspolive oil
1 tbspbutter
4garlic cloves
1/2 cuplow-sodium chicken stock
Juice of 1/2 lemon + Italian seasoning, salt, pepper

Process

  1. Cut cauliflower into florets, halve the Brussels sprouts; toss with oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Roast at 425F for 25-35 minutes, turning once.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; sear to 165F and rest.
  3. Mince garlic; cook 30 seconds in butter, then add stock and lemon juice, scraping up the browned bits.
  4. Stir in Parmesan, return chicken to coat, and plate with the vegetables.

Note: Roast the vegetables until browned — flavor without extra sauce.