Dinner
Turmeric Chicken, Sweet Potato & Spinach Traybake
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
High Protein
Nutrient-Dense
⏱ 40 min total
🍴 Serves 2
Golden turmeric chicken roasted with sweet potato, courgette and spinach for an easy one-tray dinner.
Chicken provides high-quality protein, while sweet potato and vegetables provide fibre and micronutrients. Turmeric, olive oil and vegetables add flavour and a range of plant compounds without relying on a heavy sauce.
Ingredients
Servings
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- 2 skinless chicken breasts, chopped
- 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
- 1 courgette, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 handfuls baby spinach
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Black pepper, to taste
Method
- 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- 2 Toss the sweet potato with half the olive oil and roast for 10 minutes.
- 3 Toss the chicken and courgette with the remaining oil, turmeric, cumin and ginger.
- 4 Add to the tray and roast everything together for a further 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potato is tender.
- 5 Add the spinach to the hot tray and toss gently until it begins to wilt.
- 6 Finish with lemon juice and black pepper before serving.
For general information only. This recipe is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical or dietary advice. Always talk to your GP, dietitian or healthcare team before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you are managing a gastrointestinal condition.