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Easy Pan-Seared Chicken with Broccoli & Sweet Potatoes – Healthy Weeknight Dinner

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A simple, high-protein meal prep plate with pan-seared chicken, tender broccoli, and mashed sweet potatoes. Comfort food that’s healthy and quick for weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 12 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (for sweet potatoes)
  • Optional: squeeze of lemon for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Boil or steam until fork-tender (10–12 mins). Mash with butter/oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook 3–4 mins per side in a skillet with oil until golden and cooked through. Rest a few minutes.
  3. Steam Broccoli: Steam 4–5 mins until tender-crisp. Season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Plate: Slice chicken, serve with broccoli and mashed sweet potatoes. Add lemon if desired.
  5. Meal Prep Option: Portion into containers for reheating the next day.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning and paprika for preferred flavor.
  • Sweet potatoes can be roasted instead of boiled for a different texture.
  • Chicken can be grilled for added smoky flavor.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Seared & Steamed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 220 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg