(40 Minutes, No Excuses)
If dinner feels like another chore on a long to-do list, this one’s for you.
High protein. Real food. Minimal prep. One pan.
This is the kind of meal that keeps you full, fuels training, and doesn’t leave a sink full of regrets afterward.
No fancy ingredients. No weird steps. Just food that works.
Total time: ~35–40 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Why it works: High protein, balanced carbs, healthy fats, anti-inflammatory ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced small
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh cilantro or avocado slices
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
- Season chicken with paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add sweet potatoes to the same pan. Cover and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fork-tender.
- Add peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Slice chicken, return it to the pan, and squeeze lime juice over everything.
- Toss well, cook 2 more minutes, and remove from heat.
- Top with cilantro or avocado if desired.
Nutrition Snapshot (per serving, approx.)
- Protein: 40–45g
- Carbs: 35–40g
- Fats: 12–15g
- Calories: ~450–500
