Garlic Herb Chicken with Baked Sweet Potato & Asparagus
This dish features juicy garlic-herb chicken, caramelized baked sweet potatoes, and tender roasted asparagus. It’s simple, flavorful, and balanced, using classic Mediterranean ingredients like olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs — ideal for a healthy lunch or dinner.
Prep: 10 minutes
Bake & Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Garlic Herb Chicken
2 chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Salt & black pepper
Baked Sweet Potato
1 large sweet potato, cubed
1 tsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
Pinch salt
Roasted Asparagus
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1 tsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Line a baking tray
2️⃣ Bake Sweet Potatoes
Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, paprika, and salt
Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway
3️⃣ Roast Asparagus
Add asparagus to tray during last 12–15 minutes
Drizzle with olive oil, season lightly
4️⃣ Cook Chicken
Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt & pepper
Marinate chicken 5–10 minutes
Grill or pan-sear 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through
5️⃣ Serve
Slice chicken and plate with sweet potatoes and asparagus
Optional: squeeze extra lemon on top
Tips
For extra flavor, add fresh rosemary or parsley
Use air-fryer for sweet potatoes (200°C, 15–18 min)
Add Greek yogurt garlic sauce for creaminess
Perfect meal-prep dish (keeps 3 days)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this weight-loss friendly?
Yes — lean protein, complex carbs, fiber-rich veggies
Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes — naturally dairy-free
Can I swap vegetables?
Yes — zucchini, broccoli, or green beans work well
Can I bake everything together?
Yes — add chicken to tray for last 18–20 minutes
Nutritional Information
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 38 g
Carbs: 35 g
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 6 g