Rosemary Chicken with Broccoli and Cabbage

Recipe makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Salad:
1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
1 cup cabbage, shredded
1 cup lettuce, chopped
1 Tablespoon olive oil (for dressing)
1 Tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Brush them with olive oil on both sides. Sprinkle the chicken with dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through.

While the chicken is baking, steam the broccoli florets until slightly tender but still crisp, about 5 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine the steamed broccoli, shredded cabbage, and chopped lettuce, Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice (or vinegar) over the vegetables, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together.

Divide the salad onto two plates, and top each plate with the prepared chicken breasts.

Serve immediately with an extra drizzle of olive oil or lemon juice, if desired.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving  (recipe makes 2 servings)

468 Calories
45g Protein
27g Fat
5g Fiber
12g Total Carbs
7g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.