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Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Health DECEMBER 2009

  • Yield: Makes 4 servings (serving size: 1 chicken breast and about 1 1/2 cups vegetables)
  • Cook time:30 Minutes
  • Prep time:10 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin wedges
  • 1 thinly sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 bunch spinach, thick stems removed (about 4 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425°.

2. Toss together the sweet potatoes, onion, 1 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast 20–25 minutes or until tender.

3. Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook for 5–6 minutes per side or until chicken is golden and cooked through.

4. Toss the sweet potato–onion mixture with spinach and fresh lime juice. Serve warm with chicken.

Nutritional Information

Amount per serving
  • Calories: 325
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated fat: 2g
  • Monounsaturated fat: 6g
  • Polyunsaturated fat: 2g
  • Protein: 37g
  • Carbohydrate: 19g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 94mg
  • Iron: 3mg
  • Sodium: 412mg
  • Calcium: 81mg
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