It’s What’s up Wednesday with Sheaffer & Shay! I’m sharing a little about what’s been going on around here this month.
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What We’re Eating this Week
We bought a flat top insert for our pellet grill this week, so we are trying out all the things. Smash burgers, chicken fajitas, and stir fry are on the list. In addition, I’ve been trying to be better about meal prepping, so I made a big tray of my Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies for lunches.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
Ingredients
Seasoning
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp salt
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
- 5 Tbs olive oil extra virgin
Veggies
- 1 12oz bag frozen sweet potato cubes can also use three regular sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 12oz bag frozen broccoli can also use fresh
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425℉.
- Mix all seasonings in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Spray a large sheet pan with nonstick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
- Trim the chicken and cut into 1 inch cubes. Toss with 2 T of the olive oil and 1/2 of the seasoning mix. Arrange on the sheet pan.
- Place the broccoli and sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Toss with the remaining 3T of olive oil and 1/2 of the seasoning mix. Spread around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Bake at 425℉ for 15 minutes. Remove sheet pan from oven and stir chicken and veggies. Return to oven.
- Bake at 425℉ for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches 165℉.
Notes
- The timing of this recipe uses frozen veggies. If you are using fresh veggies, you may need to adjust the cooking time.
- Use a large sheet pan so it isn’t too crowded, or use two smaller sheet pans.
- Swap out the veggies listed for any veggies that your family loves. Note that some veggies (like green beans or zucchini) may cook faster and should only be added during the last 15 minutes.
- Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
What I’m Reminiscing About
It’s been HOT here in Kentucky this month and it has me thinking about fall. I’m already looking forward to sweatshirt weather and all things fall.
What I’m Loving
My quiet kit. Working from home over the summer is amazing and gives me more flexibility to make summer fun for my kids, but sometimes the noise can get overwhelming. I’m constantly changing up my work location to accommodate sports practices, summer camps, and playdates with friends. I decided to create bag full of things to help me find a little peace and quiet wherever I can and I’m loving it! You can find the full list of what I included here.
What We’ve Been Up To
I just got back from my work trip to Hawaii. I’m so glad to be home, but it was another amazing trip to visit some partners on the big island and Oahu. While most of the time was spent working, I was able to sneak over to check out the volcanoes and the beach. Here are a few pictures of the beauty of the islands.
What I’m Excited About
We are planning some weekend trips in the month of July. I’m excited to explore some new places close to home and soak up the last month of summer with my family!
What I’m Wearing
I’m living in shorts and t-shirts lately, but I did find a comfy dress that I absolutely loved for my trip last week. The material is soft, it washes easily, AND it has pockets. My colleague and I were laughing because she bought one after I shared the link with her and we both wore different versions on the same day. I bought mine in rainbow, but there are so many great options to choose from.
What I’m Reading/Listening To
I just finished reading/listening to The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi. It was just what I needed for a little extra motivation to get some things done. I love her writing style and could relate to so much of what she shared in this book.
What Amazon Purchase Did I Love This Month
We have had some challenges with our new puppy making messes in the house. I got so sick of dragging out our large carpet cleaner. I found this one online and it has changed everything. It’s so easy to grab to clean up little messes and works great on carpet and furniture.
What I’m Doing This Weekend
We are heading out of town for the 4th, so we are going to keep it simple and spend some time by the pool this weekend.
Have a wonderful week, everyone!
A trip to Hawaii sounds amazing! I am adding that book to my list. Have a good afternoon!
Thanks, Marilyn! I hope you have a wonderful day.