Cajun-Seasoned Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes

Name: Cajun-Seasoned Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs; 2 medium, peeled and cubed 1-inch sweet potatoes; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup, thinly sliced onion; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp salt

Crispy chicken thighs with a spicy-savory Cajun rub, roasted alongside caramelized sweet potatoes for a satisfying meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 45 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 lb, skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
2 medium, peeled and cubed 1-inch sweet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup, thinly sliced onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp thyme on a baking sheet, then spread in a single layer.
Step 2: Pat 1 lb skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, and 1/4 tsp salt.
Step 3: Place chicken thighs skin-side up on the baking sheet with sweet potatoes, then scatter 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves around them.
Step 4: Roast for 30 minutes, then flip chicken thighs and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 tsp thyme. Continue roasting for 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and sweet potatoes are tender with golden edges.
Step 5: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, drizzling any pan juices over the top.