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Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep

A delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken with sweet, creamy potatoes, perfect for meal prepping or a quick family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 large sweet potatoes When roasted, they become irresistibly creamy and sweet.
  • 2 medium red onions When roasted, they turn sweet.
  • 4 medium tomatoes Add a burst of juiciness and color.
Chicken
  • 2 lbs chicken breast Lean and protein-rich.
Oils and Spices
  • 4 tbsp olive oil Adds rich flavor.
  • 2 tsp paprika Brings color and mild heat.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon Offers a warm, comforting aroma.
  • 2 tsp oregano Elevates the dish’s flavor.
  • ¼ tsp salt Essential seasoning.
  • ¼ tsp black pepper Essential seasoning.
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper Adds heat.
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder Brings savory depth.
  • 1 tsp onion powder Brings savory depth.
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning Lends an herbaceous note.
Garnish
  • to taste dill Brightens up the meal.
  • a pinch salt To enhance the fresh veggies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, cinnamon, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add diced sweet potatoes, ensuring they are thoroughly coated with the spice mixture.
  4. Arrange the sweet potatoes on a sheet pan, leaving a small space for the onions.
  5. Place chopped red onions in the corner and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Bake for about 30 minutes, until sweet potatoes are soft and edges begin to crisp.
Cooking Chicken
  1. In another bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the mix, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. Heat a frying pan over high heat and cook the spiced chicken for 12-15 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Assembly
  1. Chop tomatoes and combine with dill and salt.
  2. In 4 food containers, divide cooked sweet potatoes, red onions, chicken, and fresh tomato mixture.
  3. Store fresh tomatoes separately for optimal freshness before serving.

Notes

Use good quality olive oil for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference.