Sheet-Pan Cilantro-Lime Vegan 'Chicken' with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Peppers

This quick and vibrant sheet-pan dinner features juicy vegan chicken, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers tossed in a zesty cilantro-lime marinade. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's ready in under 20 minutes and packed with flavor.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 320 calories
Sheet-Pan Cilantro-Lime Vegan 'Chicken' with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Peppers
Ingredients
  • 12 oz vegan chicken strips
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

⏱️ 2 minutes 🌡️ 450°F
2

In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes and peppers with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

⏱️ 2 minutes
3

Spread vegetables evenly on the sheet pan. Roast for 8 minutes.

⏱️ 8 minutes 🌡️ 450°F
4

Meanwhile, toss vegan chicken strips with remaining olive oil, lime juice, and half of the chopped cilantro.

⏱️ 2 minutes
5

Remove sheet pan, add vegan chicken strips, and return to oven. Roast for 6 minutes or until heated through and vegetables are tender.

⏱️ 6 minutes 🌡️ 450°F
6

Sprinkle with remaining cilantro and serve immediately.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

320
Calories
22g
Protein
34g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just thaw them first or add a couple of extra minutes to the roasting time.

Peeling is optional; leaving the skin on adds extra fiber and texture.

Add 1/4 teaspoon chili powder or a pinch of cayenne to the marinade.

Yes, omit the oil and instead toss ingredients with a splash of vegetable broth or lime juice.

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