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Easy Flavor-Packed Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep Recipe

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal featuring juicy chicken thighs and caramelized sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1 lb / 450 g)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1–2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the sweet potatoes. Add half the smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
  4. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Add them to the mixing bowl with the remaining olive oil and seasoning mix. Rub the spices under the skin where possible.
  5. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a rimmed 18×13 inch sheet pan, leaving room for the chicken thighs.
  6. Place the chicken skin-side up on the sheet pan, spaced evenly.
  7. Tuck sprigs of fresh thyme or rosemary around the chicken and potatoes if using.
  8. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes. Halfway through (around 20 minutes), flip the sweet potatoes with tongs for even browning. Do not flip the chicken.
  9. Check for doneness: chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and have golden brown skin; sweet potatoes should be tender and caramelized.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  11. Serve with lemon wedges, squeezing fresh lemon juice over the dish.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end if skin is not crispy enough. Sweet potatoes can be swapped with butternut squash or Yukon gold potatoes. For boneless chicken breasts, reduce cooking time to 25-30 minutes.

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