Description
This Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potatoes dish is a comforting and flavorful meal that pairs juicy, crispy chicken with tender, caramelized sweet potatoes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, it’s easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or your preferred chicken pieces)
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional, for serving)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and place them on the baking sheet.
- Rub the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken pieces.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and additional paprika if desired.
- Roast:
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potatoes around the chicken on the baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized. You may want to flip the sweet potatoes halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the roasted chicken and sweet potatoes with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like carrots or onions to the roasting pan for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes