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Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato Recipe

Savory Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato Recipe Delight

This Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato Recipe is a delightful one-pan dinner that is gluten-free and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breast Bone-in for richer flavor
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is preferred for flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Cubed, can substitute with regular potatoes
  • 1 cup Green Beans Fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional, for smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried thyme
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Fresh Ginger Optional
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. The mixture should be smooth and fragrant.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add chicken breasts to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 8 hours.
  3. Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube sweet potatoes, place on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: After 15 minutes, push sweet potatoes to one side of the sheet, add marinated chicken to the other side, and surround with green beans.
  5. Bake the Dish: Drizzle remaining marinade over chicken and vegetables, return to oven, and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Serve and Garnish: Remove from oven, plate the chicken, sweet potatoes, and green beans, optionally garnish with parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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