Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe
This vegan protein chicken and sweet potato recipe delivers hearty satisfaction, clean energy, and comforting flavor in one bowl.It suits weeknight dinners, post-workout meals, and women who eat with intention.
Ingredients
- Vegan chicken chunks soy or pea protein based: 300 g
- Sweet potato peeled and cubed: 2 cups
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Garlic powder: ½ tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
- Salt: ¾ tsp
- Dried thyme or oregano: ½ tsp
- Chili flakes optional: ¼ tsp
- Fresh parsley chopped: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Add sweet potato cubes using 2 cups to a bowl.
- Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, paprika, and pepper.
- Spread sweet potatoes on a baking tray.
- Roast 18–20 minutes, flipping once, until golden.
- Heat remaining oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add vegan chicken using 300 g.
- Season with garlic powder, herbs, chili flakes, and salt.
- Cook 6–7 minutes until lightly crisp and heated through.
- Combine roasted sweet potatoes with chicken.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Total Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving %)
- Vitamin A: 110%
- Vitamin B6: 30%
- Potassium: 28%
- Iron: 26%
- Magnesium: 22%
Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance the Flavor
Add lemon juice for brightness if sweetness feels bold.Swap paprika with cumin for mood changes.
Meal prep friendly and reheats without drama.