A wholesome one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and vibrant sweet potatoes, roasted with aromatic rosemary and garlic. This simple, balanced dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 300g chicken breast, cut into 2-3 cm cubes
- 400g sweet potato, peeled and cut into 2 cm cubes
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml olive oil
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with half of the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 2.Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 15 minutes.
- 3.While the potatoes roast, toss the chicken cubes in the same bowl with the remaining olive oil, chopped onion, minced garlic, and rosemary.
- 4.Add the chicken mixture to the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes, spreading everything into an even layer.
- 5.Return to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- 6.Remove from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the skillet, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This recipe balances lean protein from chicken for muscle support with complex carbs and fiber from sweet potatoes for sustained energy and digestive health. It's rich in vitamin A and antioxidants, making it a highly nutritious and satisfying meal.
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