Sheet-Pan Garlic-Lime Chicken with Roasted Broccoli & Sweet Potatoes (Vegetarian Instant Pot Version)

This quick, vegetarian twist on a classic sheet-pan meal uses protein-rich plant-based chicken, fresh broccoli, and sweet potatoes, all infused with zesty garlic-lime flavors in the Instant Pot. It’s ready in under 20 minutes for a nourishing weeknight dinner.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 320 calories
Sheet-Pan Garlic-Lime Chicken with Roasted Broccoli & Sweet Potatoes (Vegetarian Instant Pot Version)
Ingredients
  • 12 oz plant-based chicken strips
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 whole lime, juiced and zested
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Instructions

1

In a large bowl, toss the plant-based chicken, broccoli, and sweet potatoes with olive oil, lime juice and zest, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

⏱️ 2 minutes
2

Add 1/2 cup water to the Instant Pot. Place a steamer basket or trivet inside and arrange the seasoned vegetables and plant-based chicken on top.

⏱️ 1 minute
3

Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to 'Pressure Cook' on high for 5 minutes.

⏱️ 5 minutes 🌡️ High Pressure
4

Quick-release the pressure. Carefully open the lid, transfer contents to a serving platter, and sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

320
Calories
21g
Protein
28g
Carbs
12g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe is written for a vegetarian diet, but you may substitute real chicken if desired; increase cooking time to 8 minutes on high pressure.

You can use the Instant Pot trivet or fashion a makeshift basket with foil to keep ingredients above the water.

Be sure to cut sweet potatoes into evenly sized, 1/2-inch pieces and use quick release after pressure cooking to avoid overcooking.

Yes, as long as your plant-based chicken is gluten-free, the rest of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free.

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