Best 4 Sheet Pan Southwest Chicken With Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this sheet-pan chicken and sweet potato extravaganza. This flavor-packed dish combines tender chicken, sweet and savory sweet potatoes, and a medley of colorful bell peppers and onions, all roasted to perfection on a single sheet pan. Savor the harmonious blend of aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, which infuse every bite with a delightful warmth. Accompanying this main course are two tantalizing recipes: a refreshing avocado crema for a creamy and tangy touch, and a simple yet addictive roasted corn and black bean salsa that adds a pop of freshness and crunch. Prepare to indulge in a vibrant and satisfying meal that celebrates the bold and zesty flavors of the Southwest.

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SHEET-PAN CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES AND PEPPERS



Sheet-Pan Chicken With Sweet Potatoes and Peppers image

This sheet-pan supper brings velvety sweet potatoes together with soft bell peppers, pungent sage and roasted chicken thighs. To counter the rich and caramelized flavors, quick-pickled thinly sliced red onion adds a bright and zippy note right at the end. If you prefer chicken breasts, you can use them here instead of the thighs. Choose bone-in, skin-on breasts if possible, and keep an eye on them. They'll cook faster than the thighs. Remove them when they're ready, but let the vegetables roast until they thoroughly golden and tender.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     weekday, one pot, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
1 to 2 cloves garlic, grated or minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (4 to 6 thighs)
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 ounces sweet potato (1 large), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large red, yellow or orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
3/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
Cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • In a small, shallow bowl, mix together vinegar and honey. Mix in half the red onion and a pinch of salt and set aside for garnish, tossing the mixture occasionally as the chicken cooks.
  • In a large bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon salt, garlic, coriander and black pepper. Add chicken to bowl and rub the mixture all over it. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together 2 tablespoons oil, sweet potato, pepper, remaining onion, sage, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, paprika, cayenne and allspice. Spread vegetables out on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Add remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil to marinated chicken and turn to coat. Place chicken pieces, skin-side up, among the vegetables, making sure chicken is surrounded by them, but not on top of them. (Chicken should rest directly on the baking sheet.)
  • Roast for 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven and raise heat to 450 degrees. Use a wide spatula to flip vegetables over (but not chicken). Drizzle chicken (but not vegetables) with 2 teaspoons liquid from the onion-vinegar mixture. Roast until chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes longer.
  • To serve, top chicken and vegetables with a spoonful of onion-vinegar mixture and plenty of cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 605, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 828 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SHEET-PAN SOUTHWEST CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES



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With this easy sheet-pan dinner, everything from the succulent chicken to the southwest-seasoned veggies goes into the oven at the same time and cooks at the same temperature. It's a hands-off meal that's on the table in about 45 minutes, and so delicious that it'll be your new go-to dinnertime solution.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 small narrow sweet potatoes, quartered lengthwise (about 3/4 lb)
1 medium red bell pepper, cut in thin strips
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ chick peas, drained, rinsed
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs
Sliced green onions and chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray large rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the oil, the cumin, coriander, salt and red pepper. Add sweet potatoes, bell pepper and chick peas; toss to coat. Transfer to pan in single layer.
  • Do not clean bowl. Mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the taco seasoning mix in bowl; add chicken, and toss to coat. Add to pan with vegetables. Roast 24 to 29 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (at least 165°F in thickest part of thighs) and potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Top with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 9 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

ONE-PAN ROASTED CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



One-pan Roasted Chicken And Sweet Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small sweet potato, lemon, green beans, olive oil, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, garlic, salt, ground black pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast, paprika

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small sweet potato, diced
1 lemon, sliced, seeds removed
1 cup green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt, plus more to season
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, plus more to season
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
¼ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Add the sweet potatoes, lemon slices, green beans, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper to a large bowl (or parchment paper-lined sheet tray) and toss until fully coated.
  • Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Transfer to a parchment paper-lined sheet tray and place the chicken breast on top of the vegetables (if you tossed your vegetables in a bowl).
  • Bake until vegetables are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 692 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 16 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 26 grams

SPICY SHEET-PAN CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES AND KALE



Spicy Sheet-Pan Chicken With Sweet Potatoes and Kale image

These sheet-pan chicken thighs gain gorgeous color from a harissa-yogurt marinade, which also keeps the meat juicy during the roasting process. The thighs only need 15 minutes in the marinade, but you can leave them for up to 24 hours in the fridge. For weeknights, heat the oven, place the chicken in the marinade, then wash and cut the sweet potato and kale, so the prep work is done and the oven hot by the time the chicken is done marinating. Make the herb oil while the chicken roasts so it has time to sit. While it's meant for the vegetables, it's also wonderful drizzled on top of the chicken.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 1h

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon harissa
1/4 cup full-fat Greek or Skyr yogurt
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 medium sweet potato, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 bunch lacinato or curly kale, stemmed and cut or torn into 1-inch ribbons
1 small red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges
3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley or cilantro leaves and tender stems, roughly chopped
1 lime, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large shallow mixing bowl, combine the harissa and yogurt. Pat the chicken dry, then season all over with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the yogurt mixture, gently rubbing until fully coated, and set aside for 15 minutes.
  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees and place a rack in the lower third and one 6 inches from the broiler. On a sheet pan, toss the sweet potato, kale and onion with 3 tablespoons oil. Season with cumin, salt and pepper, massaging the kale as you do so. Clear four spaces for the chicken pieces, then place them skin-side up on the pan. (It may look messy and crowded, but the kale will shrink down as it cooks.)
  • Roast on the lower rack, 30 to 35 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway and rotating the tray, until the chicken skin is crispy and the juices run clear, the squash is tender and the kale is crispy. If the vegetables are done, but the chicken skin is not as crispy as you'd like, remove the vegetables from the sheet pan and place just the chicken under the broiler for another 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small serving bowl, combine the parsley, lime zest and half the lime juice with the remaining 1/4 cup oil and the red-pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and additional lime juice. Serve the chicken and vegetables with the herb oil to drizzle over top.

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Tips for Making Sheet-Pan Southwest Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

- To save time, use pre-cut sweet potatoes or butternut squash. - If you don't have chili powder, you can substitute ground cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. - If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. - For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and add an extra cup of vegetables. - To make the dish ahead of time, cook the chicken and vegetables according to the recipe. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat in a 350°F oven until heated through. ###

Conclusion

This sheet-pan southwest chicken with sweet potatoes is a healthy and flavorful meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It's easy to make, and the cleanup is a breeze. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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