Fitness Meal Prep: Chicken & Sweet Potato
A healthy and nutritious meal prep option featuring chicken and sweet potatoes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
- 2 cups sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté until they are bright green and tender.
Notes
Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for a different protein option.