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Chicken and Sweet Potato

Savory Chicken and Sweet Potato for a Cozy One-Pan Meal

A delicious one-pan meal combining chicken and sweet potatoes, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs for juiciness or breasts for leanness.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Substitute with garlic powder if needed.
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 lbs Sweet Potatoes Can replace with butternut squash.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Substitutes: white or yellow onions.
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Optional for spice.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can substitute.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Coriander is a good alternative.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Vinegar can replace if needed.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-5 minutes until hot.
  2. Dice chicken and sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, toss chicken and sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Sear chicken in the skillet for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, then set aside.
  5. Sauté sweet potatoes and red onion in the same skillet for about 8-10 minutes until tender.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, add garlic, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and finish with lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal cooking, ensure chicken and sweet potatoes are cut evenly. Optional herbs like thyme can be added for extra flavor.

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