Sweet Potato & Chicken Skillet
Wholesome and flavorful Sweet Potato & Chicken Skillet—a perfect blend of tender chicken, caramelized sweet potatoes, and savory spices.
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 lb chicken breast
2 medium sweet potatoes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp fresh thyme
Directions
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper, ensuring the pieces are evenly coated.
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into small cubes, approximately 1-inch in size, for even cooking and caramelization.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add diced sweet potatoes and cook until tender.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with sweet potatoes, stirring frequently until the onion is translucent.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add fresh thyme, and stir everything together, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Tender chicken and sweet potatoes come together in this one-pan wonder. Sautéed veggies and a flavorful sauce make this a satisfying and easy-to-prepare meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
