Sweet Potato, Chicken And Veggies Two Ways Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato, Chicken And Veggies Two Ways
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sweet Potato and Chicken Skewers; 2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes (5 potatoes, 6 to 7 ounces each); 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces; 2 large sweet red and/or green pepper, cut in 1-inch squares; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup honey mustard; Stuffed Pitas with Feta and Olives; 2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes (5 potatoes, 6 to 7 ounces); 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces; 2 large sweet red and/or green peppers, cut in 1-inch squares; 1 medium onion, cut in 1-inch pieces, layers separated; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 cup honey mustard; 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup prepared Greek or vinaigrette salad dressing; 1/2 cup sliced black olives; 4 large pita pockets

Servings: persons

Sweet Potato and Chicken Skewers
2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes (5 potatoes, 6 to 7 ounces each)
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces
2 large sweet red and/or green pepper, cut in 1-inch squares
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup honey mustard
Stuffed Pitas with Feta and Olives
2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes (5 potatoes, 6 to 7 ounces)
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces
2 large sweet red and/or green peppers, cut in 1-inch squares
1 medium onion, cut in 1-inch pieces, layers separated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup honey mustard
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup prepared Greek or vinaigrette salad dressing
1/2 cup sliced black olives
4 large pita pockets

1
Pierce sweet potatoes with fork tines.
2
Microwave on HIGH 3 minutes; turn potatoes and microwave until almost tender; about 1 1/2 to 3 minutes longer depending on microwave power; cool.
3
Peel; cut in 1-inch pieces (makes about 4 cups).
4
In medium bowl, combine 32 sweet potato pieces and 24 chicken, pepper and onion pieces; set aside. This should be about half of each ingredient.
5
In large skillet heat oil; add the remaining half of sweet potato, chicken, peppers and onions; season with salt and pepper; cook and stir gently until chicken is no longer pink, 10 to 12 minutes.
6
Remove to a microwavable bowl; cover and refrigerate for pita filling variation.
7
Into reserved sweet potato mixture in bowl, stir combination of honey mustard and 2 tablespoons water.
8
On 8 skewers, alternately thread sweet potatoes, chicken and vegetables.
9
Heat large grill pan coated with cooking spray over medium heat until hot or preheat broiler.
10
Arrange skewers in grill pan or on broiler pan coated with cooking spray, brushing with any honey mustard remaining in bowl.
11
Cook until chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes, turning occasionally. Serve hot over steamed spinach, if desired.
12
To reserved cooked sweet potato, chicken and vegetable mixture (from step 6) add crumbled feta cheese, salad dressing and black olives.
13
Microwave, lightly covered, just until hot.
14
Spoon mixture into 4 large pita pockets. Add chopped tomato, if desired.

1435

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

159

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sweet Potato and Chicken Skewers, 2 pounds medium-sized sweet potatoes (5 potatoes, 6 to 7 ounces each), 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch pieces, 2 large sweet red and/or green pepper, cut in 1-inch squares, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato, Chicken And Veggies Two Ways falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Potato, Chicken And Veggies Two Ways

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