Chicken and Sweet Potato Bake

This Chicken and Sweet Potato Bake is a comforting and wholesome dish that combines tender chicken with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, creating a perfect balance of flavors. It's a simple, nutritious meal that's perfect for any night of the week.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 2 pieces (about 300g total)
• Sweet potato - 1 large (about 250g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Peel and cube the sweet potato into 1-inch pieces.
3. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss until the sweet potatoes are well coated.
4. Place the seasoned sweet potatoes in a baking dish and spread them out evenly.
5. In the same bowl, add the chicken breasts and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired. Rub the oil and seasoning into the chicken.
6. Nestle the chicken breasts among the sweet potatoes in the baking dish.
7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, supporting immune health.
• High in protein from chicken, essential for muscle growth and repair.

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