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13) Lemon-Herb Shredded Chicken and Roasted Veg

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 lemons zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb mixed vegetables carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for veg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and toss chopped veg with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a sheet pan.
  2. Roast veg 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly browned at the edges.
  3. Put chicken, lemon zest, lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker.
  4. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 1.5-2 hours until chicken shreds easily.
  5. Shred chicken with two forks and stir in roasted veg and parsley.
  6. Serve over rice, pasta, or tucked into wraps.