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High-Protein Chicken & Quinoa Fitness Plate with Roasted Sweet Potato and Hummus
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Fitness Recipe Synopsis
Category
Healthy Meal
Cooking Appliance
Air fryer
Prep. Time
40 min
Calorie per 100g
145 kcal
Serves
1
Overview
The High-Protein Chicken & Quinoa Fitness Plate with Roasted Sweet Potato and Hummus is a delicious and nutrient-packed meal designed for fitness enthusiasts looking for a balanced, high-protein option. This Fitness Meal is prepared using an air fryer, making it quick and convenient, with a total preparation time of approximately 35–40 minutes. The dish features perfectly seasoned and air-fried chicken breast, fluffy quinoa, roasted sweet potato slices, creamy hummus, and a handful of fresh mixed greens, all coming together to create a vibrant, flavorful, and satisfying plate that fuels your body and supports an active lifestyle.
Ingredients
Nutrition Facts per 100g
Instructions
Cook the quinoa: Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. Add it to a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the quinoa is fluffy. Set aside.
Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and olive oil. Place it in the air fryer at 200°C for 5 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes. Add ½ cup of water, reduce the temperature to 160°C, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until fully cooked and tender. Slice the chicken before serving.
Prepare the sweet potato: Slice the sweet potato into thin pieces. Toss with a little salt, pepper, and vegetable oil. Place in the air fryer at 180°C for 20 minutes until golden, soft, and lightly grilled.
Assemble the plate:
Place 3 tablespoons of hummus in a small bowl at the center of the serving plate and sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top for extra flavor.
Surround the hummus with the cooked quinoa.
Arrange the sliced chicken breast next to the quinoa.
Add a handful of mixed leafy greens on the side.
Finally, place the roasted sweet potato slices on the plate.
Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Tip: You can replace the chicken with any other protein source of your choice (beef, eggs, tofu, soy, fish, shrimp, etc.).
Storage Tips
Refrigerator: You can store the fully prepared plate in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Place the chicken, quinoa, roasted sweet potato, hummus, and greens in separate airtight containers if possible. This helps maintain freshness and prevents flavors from mixing or the greens from wilting. Reheat the chicken, quinoa, and sweet potato in the air fryer or oven at 160–180°C for 5–7 minutes before serving. Keep hummus and fresh greens separate and add them after reheating.
Freezer: Chicken, quinoa, and roasted sweet potato can be frozen for up to 1 month. Store them in airtight, freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. Avoid freezing hummus or fresh greens, as their texture and flavor degrade after freezing. Thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator overnight and reheat chicken, quinoa, and sweet potato as above.
Serving Tip: Always check that reheated chicken reaches internal temperature of at least 75°C for safe consumption. Add fresh greens and hummus only at the time of serving to maintain texture and flavor.
