Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Stir-Fry

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 2
Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Stir-Fry
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup quinoa , rinsed and drained
1 sweet potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
cooking spray or 4 teaspoons canola oil
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into 1/2 inch pieces ( pre-grilled if you want to save time )
1 onions , chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper , finely chopped
1 red bell peppers , chopped
1 -2 garlic clove , minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth ( optional )
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lime ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
379
Sugar
5g
Fat
7g
This Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Stir-Fry is a delicious and healthy recipe that is full of flavor. With a blend of sweet potatoes, quinoa, tender chicken, and a variety of veggies, this dish is perfect for a satisfying and wholesome dinner. It's also a versatile recipe that can be easily modified based on taste preferences. For those who prefer a little more spice, add some heat with a sprinkle of cayenne pepper. This dish is equally delicious served hot or cold, making it a perfect leftover for lunch.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, bring water and quinoa to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
2.In a large skillet, heat cooking spray or canola oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add sweet potatoes and sauté for 5 minutes.
4.Add chicken, onions, jalapeño peppers, red bell peppers, and garlic, sautéing for an additional 5-7 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
5.Add cumin, stir fry for 1 minute.
6.Add frozen peas, chicken broth, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
7.Stir until well combined, cook until heated through.
8.Remove from heat, squeeze lime juice if desired, and serve over quinoa.

PROS

This stir-fry contains plenty of veggies, protein, and wholesome grains, making it a filling and nutritious meal.

It’s also versatile as it can be easily modified to suit taste preferences.

CONS

The recipe requires a lot of prepping time (wash, chop, cut, and rinse), and if you don’t have pre-grilled chicken, it will take more time to cook.

It’s important to ensure that the sweet potatoes are cut into small pieces to ensure even cooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stir-fry is packed with nutrients and health benefits. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of fiber, minerals, and vitamins such as vitamin A, and C.
Quinoa is high in protein and complex carbohydrates, while the chicken provides lean protein.
The dish also packs plenty of vegetables, such as onions, garlic, red bell peppers, and jalapeño peppers which are high in vitamins and minerals.

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