Grilled Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries & Fresh Guacamole
Juicy grilled chicken served with crispy sweet potato fries and chunky guacamole, accompanied by fresh cherry tomatoes — a colorful, protein-rich, and flavorful meal.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled, Roasted
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 tsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh chopped cilantro (optional)
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potato fries with olive oil, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the fries on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the fries are roasting, coat chicken breasts in olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Slice into strips.
- In a small bowl, mix avocado, red onion, diced tomatoes, lime juice, and salt to make guacamole.
- Plate the grilled chicken with sweet potato fries, a scoop of guacamole, and cherry tomato halves.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F (74°C).
- Swap sweet potatoes with regular potatoes if preferred.
- Guacamole is best made fresh just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, sweet potato fries, guacamole, healthy dinner, gluten free, protein-rich