Description
Honey Garlic Chicken Sweet Potatoes is a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken breasts are glazed in a rich honey garlic sauce, complemented by caramelized sweet potatoes that add a satisfying crunch. This one-pan meal is quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, this recipe guarantees smiles at the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour honey and soy sauce over the chicken; simmer for 5-7 minutes until well coated.
- Combine the roasted sweet potatoes with the honey garlic chicken in the skillet.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, you can adjust the amount of honey to your taste. Substitute sweet potatoes with butternut squash for variety. To make it spicier, incorporate red pepper flakes or sriracha into the sauce.