Crunchy Cajun Chicken & Sweet Potatoes
A flavorful Cajun chicken dish paired with sweet potatoes and broccoli, celebrating vibrant flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting & Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 3 Sweet Potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups Broccoli
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Begin by peeling and cubing your sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Drizzle them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Slide the baking sheet into the oven for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, coat the chicken breasts with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes on each side.
- In the same skillet, add the broccoli and sauté until vibrant green and tender.
- Slice the chicken and mix it with the roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli in the skillet.
- Scoop the mixture into bowls and drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize the spices or add cheese for extra flavor!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken, sweet potatoes, dinner recipe, healthy eating, comfort food