One-Pan Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet
If you’re in search of a comforting and nutritious meal that comes together quickly, look no further than this One-Pan Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet. This delightful dish features tender chicken paired with caramelized sweet potatoes and aromatic herbs, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe is not only a time-saver but also a crowd-pleaser. With its vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, it promises to warm your heart and satisfy your hunger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or 2 large chicken breasts)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant, then add sweet potatoes along with paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes. Stir to coat.
- Return the chicken to the skillet with vegetables. Cover and cook on low heat until sweet potatoes are tender (about 10-15 minutes).
- Serve hot with fresh herbs sprinkled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg