Southern Chicken Breasts with Sweet Potatoes

Savor the comforting flavors of the South with this delightful recipe for Southern Chicken Breasts with Sweet Potatoes. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and baked alongside tender, caramelized sweet potatoes, creating a harmony of savory and sweet in every bite. A touch of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder infuses the chicken with robust flavor, while the sweet potatoes are elevated with a decadent maple butter glaze and a hint of cinnamon. Ready in just 50 minutes, this one-pan wonder is both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a visually stunning and wholesome meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Keywords: Southern chicken recipe, baked sweet potatoes, one-pan dinner, maple butter glaze.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the sweet potatoes, then add cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.

Step 4

Arrange the sweet potatoes in a single layer on one side of the sheet pan or baking dish.

Step 5

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with a mixture of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown, then place them on the sheet pan beside the sweet potatoes.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.

Step 8

While the chicken and sweet potatoes bake, prepare the maple butter glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and stir in the maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 9

Once the chicken and sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle the maple butter glaze over the sweet potatoes.

Step 10

Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken and sweet potatoes for garnish. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1165.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2060.3

Total Fat 78.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 604.9mg	0%
Sodium 3153.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 220.6g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 223.3mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 187.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 43.7%

Carbs: 21.2%