Place sweet potatoes and water in a microwave-safe bowl.

Cover with plastic wrap; pierce a few holes in the top with a fork.

Microwave on High for 4 minutes.

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Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chicken and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and let stand for 5 minutes.

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Cut into 1-inch strips.

Add broth, quinoa, wine, salt, cumin, cinnamon and cayenne.

Bring to a boil.

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Remove from heat and stir in the sweet potatoes and chicken.

Spoon the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch broiler-safe baking dish.

Remove from oven; increase oven temperature to broil.

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Uncover the casserole and sprinkle with cheese.

Broil 8 inches from the heat source until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

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Recipe Updates

Specified 34-inch sweet potato cubes (to ensure they’re cooked through).

Increased bake time to 35 to 40 minutes (to ensure tenderness and liquid absorption).

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

Chicken, Quinoa & Sweet Potato Casserole

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