Description
A balanced and satisfying meal featuring smoky grilled chicken, crispy roasted sweet potato fries, and a fresh, creamy avocado salsa that brings everything together.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss sweet potato fries with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, brush chicken breasts with remaining olive oil and season with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and lightly charred.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a bowl, combine avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the salsa.
- Serve grilled chicken with sweet potato fries and top with avocado salsa.
Notes
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for extra juiciness.
- Add chili powder or smoked paprika for more heat.
- Prepare avocado salsa close to serving for best color and texture.
- Store components separately for meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
