One-Pan Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet (Print-Friendly Version)

Juicy chicken and golden sweet potatoes meld with savory onions and herbs for a quick, hearty skillet dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Components

01 - 450 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs or 2 large chicken breasts
02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm cubes
03 - 1 medium onion, diced
04 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Seasonings and Fat

05 - 1 teaspoon paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
11 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice, optional for finishing

# How to Make It:

01 - Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Evenly season both sides with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the seasoned chicken in a single layer and sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate; the meat will finish cooking later.
03 - Add remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Add sweet potatoes and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beginning to soften and caramelize. If the potatoes stick, add a splash of water.
04 - Stir in diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2 minutes until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant.
05 - Return chicken to the skillet, nestling among sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with chopped fresh thyme or rosemary. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 74°C) and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
06 - Drizzle with lemon juice, if using. Garnish with additional fresh herbs. Serve hot, directly from the skillet.

# Additional Tips:

01 - You may substitute butternut squash or regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a flavour variation.
02 - Bone-in chicken thighs are suitable; extend cooking time to ensure doneness.
03 - Incorporate fresh spinach or kale during the last minutes of cooking for added greens.
04 - For enhanced smokiness, include smoked paprika or chipotle powder in the seasoning blend.
05 - Prepared dish keeps well refrigerated for up to 4 days, ideal for meal prepping.

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