Grilled Chicken Breast with Sweet Potato and Roasted Broccoli

Ingredients

• 180g Raw chicken breast
• 180g Raw orange sweet potatoes without skin
• 152g Raw broccoli

Method

1. 1Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F/200°C) for 5 minutes.
2. 2Pat the raw chicken breast dry with paper towels to promote even browning.
3. 3Season the chicken breast generously with salt and pepper on both sides (or use your preferred spice blend - garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper work well).
4. 4While the grill heats, prepare the sweet potato: wash and pat dry, then prick several times with a fork to allow steam to escape. Wrap loosely in foil.
5. 5Place the foil-wrapped sweet potato directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and let it cook for 30-35 minutes, turning halfway through, until a fork pierces the flesh easily.
6. 6Once the grill is hot and the sweet potato has been cooking for 10 minutes, place the seasoned chicken breast on the grill. Close the lid.
7. 7Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes without moving it, allowing a golden crust to form. This creates better flavor through the Maillard reaction.
8. 8Flip the chicken breast and grill for another 6-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer in the thickest part.
9. 9While the chicken and sweet potato finish cooking, prepare the broccoli: rinse the 2 cups of chopped broccoli florets. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
10. 10Add broccoli to boiling water and steam for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp (it should still have a slight firmness). Do not overcook or it will become mushy.
11. 11Drain the broccoli thoroughly in a colander, shaking out excess water.
12. 12Once all components are cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 3-4 minutes (this keeps it juicy).
13. 13Carefully remove the sweet potato from the grill using tongs. Unwrap the foil and slice the potato in half lengthwise.
14. 14Plate the meal: place the grilled chicken breast on the center of the plate, arrange the sweet potato halves alongside, and add the steamed broccoli on the other side.
15. 15Optional: Season the hot broccoli with a pinch of salt and black pepper. You can also add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the chicken and broccoli for brightness.
16. 16Serve immediately while hot.