Description

This hearty one-pan meal combines smoky barbecue chicken with caramelized sweet potatoes and fresh herbs for a flavorful and convenient dinner. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this skillet bowl delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup barbecue sauce

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden; remove and set aside.

3. Add remaining oil to the skillet then add sweet potatoes and cook undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until edges brown.

4. Stir in onion and garlic and cook until vegetables are tender, about 8–10 minutes.

5. Return chicken to the skillet and pour in barbecue sauce, stirring to coat.

6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning, then garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: skillet
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 700
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 7
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 6
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 80

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