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Irresistible Honey Garlic Chicken & Sweet Potato - A Quick, Healthy Dinner Recipe!
Emma Carter

Honey Garlic Chicken and Sweet Potato | Quick Healthy Dinner Recipe

A quick and healthy dinner recipe made with juicy chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze and roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect for a balanced weeknight meal that is both comforting and flavorful.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2  chicken breasts or thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2  tbsp soy sauce
  • 1  tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
Optional garnish
  • Fresh parsley or spring onions
  • Chili flakes

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C.
  2. Mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
  3. Coat chicken with the marinade and let it rest for 20–30 minutes.
  4. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  5. Spread sweet potatoes on a baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes.
  6. Add marinated chicken to the tray and pour remaining marinade over it.
  7. Bake everything together for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked and caramelized.
  8. Optional: grill for 2–3 minutes for extra glaze.
  9. Serve hot and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the tray for better caramelization.
  • Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast if you prefer richer texture.
  • Add chili flakes if you like a spicy-sweet balance.
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