Description
This easy chicken and sweet potato recipe melds tender chicken with sweet potatoes for a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (approximately 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Pat the chicken dry, then season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika on both sides.
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish alongside the sweet potatoes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Allow resting for five minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added depth of flavor, consider marinating the chicken in olive oil and spices for at least an hour before cooking.
- Feel free to substitute sweet potatoes with butternut squash or add seasonal veggies like broccoli or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg