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Chicken and Sweet Potato

Savory Chicken and Sweet Potato for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Chicken and Sweet Potato dish combines juicy chicken with sweet potatoes for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs for juiciness, breasts for leaner option
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Butternut squash can be a substitute
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as alternative
  • 1 small Red Onion Can replace with yellow onion
For Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred, but granulated works too
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for mildness
  • 1 tsp Cumin Can omit for simplicity
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes Cayenne is a suitable substitute
For the Finish
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime can be a great alternative

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the boneless chicken and sweet potatoes into even, bite-sized pieces. Slice the red onion and garlic.
  2. Season the Chicken and Sweet Potatoes: Combine chicken and sweet potatoes in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet, add chicken, and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
  4. Cook the Sweet Potatoes and Onions: In the same skillet, cook sweet potatoes and onions for 8-10 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Combine Chicken and Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet, return chicken, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Finish and Serve: Squeeze lemon juice over the dish, let it rest briefly, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors, making it a perfect choice for busy evenings.

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