Thai-style chicken & sweet potato parcels

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
42%
Thai-style chicken & sweet potato parcels
40 min.
1
584kcal

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Looking for a delicious, healthy, and simple meal that’s packed with flavor? Look no further than these Thai-style chicken & sweet potato parcels! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe combines tender chicken breast, sweet potatoes, and vibrant red peppers, all smothered in a fragrant Thai-inspired sauce. The best part? It's all wrapped up in a convenient parcel, making cleanup a breeze while ensuring the flavors stay locked in during baking.

The creamed coconut, fish sauce, and Thai green curry paste create a rich, aromatic base that infuses the chicken and vegetables with irresistible flavors. Paired with the sweetness of the sweet potato and the zesty lime, each bite is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy. Plus, with a quick 40-minute prep time, it’s ideal for lunch or dinner after a busy day.

Whether you’re trying to stick to a gluten-free or dairy-free diet, or simply craving something fresh and different, this recipe will hit the spot. It’s also a great way to enjoy a colorful, nutrient-packed meal that’s both filling and satisfying. Don’t forget to top it off with fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lime juice for that extra burst of flavor!

Ingredients

  • 25 creamed coconut (from a block)
  • tsp brown sugar soft
  • tsp fish sauce 
  • tsp curry paste green
  • 0.5  sweet potatoes and into peeled cut into small cubes
  • small bell pepper red deseeded cut into small cubes
  •  chicken breast skinless
  • handful cilantro leaves 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas
  2. Dissolve the creamed coconut with 3 tbsp boiling water and mix to a smooth paste. Stir in the sugar, fish sauce and curry paste.
  3. Place a large piece of baking parchment on a baking sheet. Arrange the sweet potato and pepper in the middle of the paper, clearing a space in the centre.
  4. Lay the chicken breast in the space and pour over the sauce. Fold over the top edges of the parchment to form a seal and scrunch up the ends like a sweet wrapper.
  5. Cook in the oven for 25-30 mins or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Sit the parcel on a dinner plate or shallow bowl and carefully open.
  6. Sprinkle with coriander and squeeze over some lime juice, to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories584kcal
Protein35.66%
Fat37.02%
Carbs27.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
122
Glycemic Load
12.16
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
40.226956481519%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:583.9kcal
29.19%
Fat:24.15g
37.16%
Saturated Fat:16.97g
106.07%
Carbohydrates:40.11g
13.37%
Net Carbohydrates:34.69g
12.61%
Sugar:15g
16.67%
Cholesterol:144.64mg
48.21%
Sodium:811.33mg
35.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:52.36g
104.72%
Vitamin A:20261.69IU
405.23%
Vitamin B3:25.27mg
126.34%
Vitamin C:102.47mg
124.2%
Vitamin B6:2.25mg
112.63%
Selenium:73.73µg
105.33%
Phosphorus:601.8mg
60.18%
Manganese:1.14mg
56.96%
Vitamin B5:4.6mg
46%
Potassium:1557.53mg
44.5%
Magnesium:131.01mg
32.75%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.12%
Copper:0.46mg
23.05%
Fiber:5.43g
21.7%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.43%
Vitamin K:18.51µg
17.63%
Iron:3.11mg
17.25%
Zinc:2.38mg
15.86%
Folate:63.36µg
15.84%
Vitamin E:1.99mg
13.28%
Calcium:81.45mg
8.15%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8.01%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%