Honey Balsamic Chicken & Vegetables
A Simple, Nourishing Sheet Pan Dinner
At NuBloom, we believe healthy eating should be delicious, stress-free, and realistic. That’s why sheet pan meals like this Honey Balsamic Chicken & Vegetables are staples in our kitchens. They’re simple enough for a weeknight, nutrient-dense to fuel your hormones and metabolism, and flavorful enough to feel like comfort food.
The sweet-tangy balsamic glaze pairs beautifully with lean chicken and roasted veggies of your choice. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a meal everyone at the table can enjoy. Bonus: it can even be prepped as a freezer meal for busy days.
Ingredients
- 6 small chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric (optional, anti-inflammatory boost)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Sea salt & cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
- 4–5 cups fresh vegetables of choice (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, or Brussels sprouts work beautifully)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or freezer bag. Pour marinade over chicken, coating well. Marinate at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Place marinated chicken on the pan. Chop vegetables and arrange around the chicken.
- Drizzle remaining marinade over chicken and vegetables.
- Roast for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F) and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Tips
✨ For meal prep: Freeze raw chicken + marinade in a bag. Thaw, add veggies, and bake.
✨ Switch up veggies seasonally to keep this recipe fresh year-round.
✨ For extra protein, sprinkle hemp seeds or slivered almonds over the roasted veggies.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 164 kcal
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 9g (from natural honey + veggies)
🌸 NuBloom Note: Meals like this aren’t just about calories—they’re about giving your body information. The protein supports muscle and metabolism, the fiber-rich veggies keep blood sugar balanced, and the honey balsamic glaze adds a touch of sweetness without sending you into an energy crash.