Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
Chicken and Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and flavorful combination that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy, roasted chicken paired with tender, sweet potatoes creates a delightful dish that warms the soul. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients for a delicious meal that will quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 medium fresh sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Toss with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in the center of the baking dish and surround it with cubed sweet potatoes. Optionally, add fresh herbs.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sweet potato (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg