Name: High-Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Skillet
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.5 lbs); 1 large yellow onion, diced; 2 bell peppers (red or green), chopped; 3 cups baby spinach; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

High-Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Skillet

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This High-Protein Chicken & Sweet Potato Skillet is an ideal American comfort food dinner for anyone focused on building muscle. Tender chicken breast provides a lean, protein-packed base, while sweet potatoes add satisfying complex carbs to fuel your workouts. The combination of sautéed onions, peppers, and a hint of smoked paprika delivers classic comfort flavors, and a sprinkle of melted cheddar brings it all together. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights, packs a ton of nutrients, and is sure to leave you feeling strong and satisfied. Plus, cleanup is a breeze!

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until starting to soften and brown. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add onion and bell peppers, sauté 3-4 minutes until softened.
Push veggies to the sides, add chicken pieces to the center. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned and cooked through.
Return sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 4-5 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and flavors meld.
Stir in baby spinach and cook just until wilted, 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the skillet. Cover and let cheese melt, about 1 minute. Serve hot.