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Cast Iron Chicken Breast with Sweet Potato

66g protein, $2.51/plate, 17 min. Cast Iron perfection.

Cast Iron Chicken Breast with Sweet Potato
🍳Cast Iron
🍗Chicken200g
+
🍠Sweet Potato1 serving
Don't move it — let the crust form
Protein
66g
Calories
510
Cost
$2.51
Total Time
17m

Combo Score

9/10
Protein
10.0
Value
8.8
Speed
8.0
Ease
8.5

Nutrition Breakdown

1serving
510cal
Calories
66g
Protein
41g
Carbs
7g
Fat

How to Make It

1

Heat cast iron skillet over medium-high until smoking hot.

2

Season chicken. Add 1 tbsp oil to pan.

3

Sear 6-7 min per side. Don't touch it while it sears.

4

Internal temp: 165°F. Rest 3 min.

Medium-high14 mincook time

Pro Tips

  • 66g protein in one meal — that's almost half your daily target if you're aiming for 150g.
  • Pound to even thickness — cooks faster, stays juicier.
  • Microwave sweet potatoes (8 min) if you're in a rush.

Cost Breakdown

Chicken
$1.76
Sweet Potato
$0.75
Per Plate
$2.51
Per Month (1x/day)
$75
Protein per dollar: 26.3g/$

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