Layered Sweet Potato & Chicken Bake with Lemon Feta Cream
A comforting yet fresh Mediterranean-style bake with tender chicken, thinly sliced sweet potatoes, and a bright lemon–feta cream sauce. It’s non-spicy, nourishing, and perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or a wholesome oven-baked main.
Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 45–50 minutes
Total: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
Chicken Layer
600 g boneless chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt & black pepper to taste
Sweet Potato Layer
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
Pinch of salt & pepper
Lemon Feta Cream
150 g feta cheese
¾ cup Greek yogurt or light cream
Zest of 1 lemon
1½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Black pepper
Optional Toppings
Fresh parsley or dill
Extra feta crumble
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Components
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Toss chicken with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Toss sweet potato slices with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.
2️⃣ Make the Lemon Feta Cream
Blend or whisk feta, Greek yogurt (or cream), lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Layer the Bake
Lightly grease a baking dish.
Arrange a layer of sweet potatoes on the bottom.
Add a layer of seasoned chicken.
Spoon some lemon feta cream over the top.
Repeat layers, finishing with sauce on top.
4️⃣ Bake
Cover loosely with foil and bake 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake 15–20 minutes more until sweet potatoes are tender and top is lightly golden.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve
Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh herbs and extra feta if desired.
Tips for Best Results
Slice sweet potatoes thin and evenly for perfect tenderness.
Chicken thighs give extra juiciness; breasts stay lean.
Add spinach between layers for extra greens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead?
Yes—assemble, refrigerate up to 24 hours, then bake fresh.
Can I freeze it?
Yes—freeze baked portions up to 2 months.
Is this good for meal prep?
Excellent—reheats well and stays moist.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 520 kcal
Protein: 38 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fat: 24 g
Fiber: 6 g