Baked Chicken Breast with Roasted Cauliflower and Cilantro Lime Sauce

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2.In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper for the chicken marinade.

3.Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush both sides with the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for at least 20 minutes.

4.While the chicken is marinating, prepare the cauliflower. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

5.Spread the seasoned cauliflower onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure the florets are in a single layer.

6.Place the marinated chicken breasts and the baking sheet with cauliflower in the preheated oven. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cauliflower is tender and slightly golden.

7.While the chicken and cauliflower are baking, prepare the cilantro lime sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic clove, honey or agave syrup, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and well combined.

8.Remove the chicken and cauliflower from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.

9.To serve, slice the baked chicken breast and arrange it on a plate with the roasted cauliflower. Drizzle the cilantro lime sauce generously over the chicken and cauliflower.

10.Garnish with additional chopped fresh cilantro if desired.

11.Enjoy the flavorful and healthy baked chicken breast with roasted cauliflower accented by the zesty cilantro lime sauce!