Honey Garlic Chicken Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken Sweet Potatoes, where tender chicken meets a sweet and savory glaze, complemented by perfectly roasted sweet potatoes. This dish is not only a culinary delight but also an easy weeknight meal that will impress family or guests alike. Dive into a wholesome experience with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the honey-garlic sauce over them.
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange sweet potatoes around the chicken in the baking dish; drizzle remaining sauce on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 chicken breast with sweet potatoes (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added texture, roast other root vegetables like carrots or parsnips along with the sweet potatoes. To spice things up, consider adding paprika or cayenne pepper for a kick!