Description
This Spicy Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Magic recipe is perfect for a delicious and nutritious meal prep option. Tender roasted chicken, flavorful sweet potatoes, and crisp broccoli come together with a blend of spices for a satisfying meal that can be enjoyed throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- fresh chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish
- cooked quinoa or rice for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Vegetables: Toss the sweet potatoes with half of the olive oil and seasonings. Spread them on one side of the baking sheet. Coat the chicken with the remaining oil and seasonings. Place the chicken on the other side of the baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast for 20 minutes. Add broccoli around the chicken and sweet potatoes, then roast for an additional 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice. Divide into meal prep containers, garnish with herbs, and serve with quinoa or rice if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with fresh lime juice before serving.
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
