Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato
Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato: Comfort on Your Plate is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This delightful dish combines tender chicken marinated in a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze with roasted sweet potatoes, creating a comforting meal that everyone will love. With its quick preparation and wholesome ingredients, this recipe not only satisfies the taste buds but also caters to various dietary needs. Plus, it’s gluten-free! Serve it up family-style or in individual bowls for a cozy dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Marinate the chicken in the sauce for about 10 minutes.
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into cubes; season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange marinated chicken and sweet potatoes on a baking sheet; drizzle remaining marinade over them.
- Roast in the oven for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 368
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg