Best 6 Chicken Sweet Potato And Quinoa Stir Fry Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony of Flavors: Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Stir-Fry**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable chicken, sweet potato, and quinoa stir-fry. This vibrant dish is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fluffy quinoa, all enveloped in a symphony of aromatic spices and a luscious sauce. The sweetness of the potatoes and the earthy nuttiness of quinoa perfectly complement the savory chicken, creating a flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to relish this wholesome and satisfying meal that seamlessly marries convenience and culinary artistry. In this comprehensive guide, we present three irresistible variations of this stir-fry: a classic version, a vegan alternative, and a delightful one-pot rendition. Let's dive into the culinary adventure and discover the secrets behind this extraordinary dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUINOA STIR-FRY WITH VEGETABLES AND CHICKEN



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This speedy, savory meal pairs well with a workout. Quinoa is an unexpected source of energizing iron and amino acids, protein's building blocks, to nourish newly toned muscles. Body bonus: Potassium in the grain can help beat bloat.

Provided by Kerri Conan

Categories     Chicken     Egg     Ginger     Soy     Stir-Fry     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Quinoa     Bell Pepper     Carrot     Healthy     Cilantro     Simmer     Boil     Green Onion/Scallion     Self     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 clove garlic, sliced
1 small red chile, chopped (optional)
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
4 ounces grilled chicken breast, chopped
2 scallions, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in a small saucepan with 3/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook, undisturbed, until quinoa absorbs water, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and leave uncovered. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook carrot, stirring occasionally, until it softens, about 1 minute. Add bell pepper, ginger, garlic and chile, if desired; cook, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Add peas, sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, 1 minute. Remove vegetables and return skillet to heat; add quinoa, along with egg. Cook, stirring constantly, until egg is evenly distributed, about 2 minutes. Add vegetables, chicken, scallions, cilantro and soy sauce; cook 1 minute more. Divide stir-fry among 4 bowls; serve warm.

CHICKEN SWEET POTATO SKILLET



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One of the first things my husband made for me was a variation of this chicken sweet potato skillet. Over the years, it has become a family favorite. Top with cheese, sour cream, avocado, lettuce or anything else your family likes. -MacKenzie Wright, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed (about 1/2-inch cubes)
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1/2 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Optional: Sour cream and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet potatoes and onion; cook and stir until lightly browned, 5-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in chicken, black beans, zucchini, broth, salsa, red pepper and seasonings., Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, until sweet potatoes are tender, 10-12 minutes. If desired, serve with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SWEET POTATO CHICKEN STIR-FRY WITH PEANUT SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet Potato Chicken Stir-fry With Peanut Sauce Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: lime juice, sesame oil, salt, pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast, creamy peanut butter, lime juice, low sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, water, small yellow bell pepper, small red bell pepper, small green bell pepper, medium sweet potato, broccoli floret, sesame oil, green onion, chopped peanut

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons sesame oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch (2 1/2 cm) cubes
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, grated
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup water
1 small yellow bell pepper
1 small red bell pepper
1 small green bell pepper
1 medium sweet potato
2 cups broccoli floret
½ tablespoon sesame oil
green onion, chopped, to serve
chopped peanut, to serve

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and water until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix lime juice, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Add cubed chicken to mixture and stir until completely coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat and add chicken. Cook for 4-6 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  • Once cooked through, remove chicken and transfer to a bowl.
  • Spiralize bell peppers and sweet potato into a large bowl.
  • Add sesame oil to the skillet. Once the oil is hot, add in the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in the spiralized vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add in the chicken and peanut sauce and stir to coat. NOTE: Add additional water if sauce is too thick to coat.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and cook for 3-4 minutes, until sweet potato noodles are al dente.
  • Top with green onions and chopped peanuts.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SWEET POTATO STIR FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, sweet potato, salt, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, corn, black beans, garlic, cumin, chili powder, oregano, pepper, greek yogurt, cilantro

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ cups sweet potato, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
½ green bell pepper, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
½ cup onion, diced
½ cup corn
½ cup black beans
½ teaspoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon pepper
1 greek yogurt
1 teaspoon cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Once pan is hot and ready, toss in the sweet potato and reduce heat to medium-low heat. Sprinkle in half of salt to season.
  • Sauté sweet potato in the skillet for about 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Toss in green and red bell pepper and sauté for about a minute before adding the onion. Cook until transparent, then add garlic and the spices.
  • Once veggies are evenly coated in the spices, add the corn and black beans, continuing to cook until corn and beans are heated through. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Serve with brown rice or quinoa, and garnish with a dollop of plain greek yogurt and chopped cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 20 grams

CHICKEN, SWEET POTATO, AND QUINOA STIR-FRY



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It seems that everywhere I look lately, there are great quinoa recipes. This is one of them! The colors are vibrant, it's easy to make, and it tastes great! I've modified it slightly from the version in Prevention Magazine: (1) non-stick spray; (2) pre-grilled chicken; (3) an extra clove of garlic; (4) an extra jalapeno pepper; and (5) optional chicken broth and lime juice.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup water
1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 (8 ounce) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
cooking spray or 4 teaspoons canola oil
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (pre-grilled if you want to save time)
1 (200 g) onions, chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 (188 g) red bell peppers, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth (optional)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lime (optional)

Steps:

  • Chop up all the vegetables. But don't combine them, keep each separate.
  • Combine water and quinoa in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed. About 12-15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, add the sweet potato into another small saucepan with enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and keep warm. I add them to the cooked quinoa, and cover the pot to keep warm.
  • Heat a large nonstick frying pan or wok over medium high heat. Spray with nonstick cooking spray or use 2 teaspoons canola oil (or a little chicken broth). Add chicken and cook until it starts to brown, about 4 minutes (If using pre-cooked chicken, heat for just a minute or two). Remove to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Return frying pan to heat and add more nonstick spray or another 2 teaspoons canola oil or chicken broth. Add onion and jalapeno pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 1 minute. Add bell pepper, garlic and cumin. Continue cooking until veggies soften, about 2-3 minutes. If desired, add 1/2 cup chicken broth to make the dish more moist.
  • Stir in peas and chicken and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add quinoa and sweet potato. Cook, stirring often, until heated through, 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro, salt, black pepper.
  • Serve with a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

QUINOA STIR-FRY WITH VEGETABLES AND CHICKEN



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Make and share this Quinoa Stir-Fry With Vegetables and Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by swissms

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small carrot, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 small red chili pepper, chopped (optional)
2 cups snow peas, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg, beaten
4 ounces grilled chicken breasts, chopped
2 scallions, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in a small saucepan, toast over medium heat (quinoa will turn golden brown and will pop as it is toasting.).
  • Stir in 3/4 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook until quinoa absorbs water, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and leave uncovered.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook carrot, stirring occasionally, until it softens, about 1 minute. Add bell pepper, ginger, garlic and chile, if desired; cook, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Add peas, sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, 1 minute.
  • Remove vegetables and return skillet to heat; add quinoa, along with egg. Cook, stirring constantly, until egg is evenly distributed, about 2 minutes.
  • Add vegetables, chicken, scallions, cilantro and soy sauce; cook 1 minute more. Divide stir-fry among 4 bowls; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 70.6, Sodium 596.7, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 17.4

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: For quicker weeknight stir-fries, prep your ingredients in advance. Cut the chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli ahead of time and store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator. You can also cook the quinoa ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use a Wok: If you have one, a wok is the ideal pan for stir-fries. Its sloped sides allow for easy tossing and stirring of ingredients. If you don't have a wok, a large skillet will work just fine.
  • High Heat: Stir-fries are best cooked over high heat. This helps to quickly sear the ingredients and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When stir-frying, it's important not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the ingredients from cooking evenly. If necessary, cook the ingredients in batches.
  • Stir Constantly: Stir-fries require constant stirring to prevent the ingredients from burning. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir the ingredients frequently.
  • Serve Immediately: Stir-fries are best served immediately after cooking. This ensures that the ingredients are still hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

This chicken, sweet potato, and quinoa stir-fry is a healthy and flavorful meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. It's packed with protein, vegetables, and whole grains, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this stir-fry is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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