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Honey Garlic Chicken And Sweet Potato

Delicious Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato in 30 Minutes

This Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato dish is a quick, healthy weeknight dinner that’s gluten-free and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for juiciness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Fresh Minced) Opt for fresh over powder.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup or agave can substitute.
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 3 cups Sweet Potatoes Orange or purple varieties work best.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Essential for roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika or cumin can also work.
For Cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes For a mild kick.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • large oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Dice the sweet potatoes into even cubes. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until softened.
  3. Mix honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté sliced onions for about 3–4 minutes until soft.
  5. Sear the chicken in the skillet for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and onions. Add the roasted sweet potatoes and transfer the skillet to the oven. Bake for an additional 12–15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Can prep sweet potatoes and honey garlic sauce a day in advance. Thaw chicken overnight for best texture.

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