Description
A simple and satisfying meal prep recipe featuring roasted chicken, sweet potatoes, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or healthy lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs total), peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or parsley, a squeeze of lime or lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on one baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes.
- 3. While sweet potatoes roast, pat chicken dry and cut into bite-sized pieces. In the same bowl, toss chicken with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Add red onion wedges and chopped bell peppers to the bowl with chicken. Toss gently.
- 5. After 15 minutes, remove sweet potatoes from oven. Add the seasoned chicken and vegetable mixture to the same baking sheet (or use a second sheet if needed). Spread into a single layer.
- 6. Return to oven and roast for another 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
- 7. Let rest for a few minutes before serving or dividing into meal prep containers.
Notes
Store completely cooled components in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in oven, toaster oven, microwave, or skillet until heated through. For best texture, reheat in oven or toaster oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 450-500 kcal per serving (will vary based on specific ingredients and portion size)
- Sugar: Approx. 15-18g
- Sodium: Approx. 300-400mg (will vary based on salt added)
- Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 40-45g
- Fiber: Approx. 8-10g
- Protein: Approx. 35-40g