Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Garlic

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Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared to golden perfection paired with tender roasted sweet potatoes infused with garlic and fresh herbs. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss 2 medium sweet potatoes cubed into 1-inch pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil, 6 smashed garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  2. Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, pat dry 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 6-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip the chicken thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: After 25 minutes, check the sweet potatoes for tenderness and caramelization. If needed, roast for an additional 5-10 minutes until tender and edges are slightly crispy.
  5. Step 5: Plate the seared chicken thighs alongside the roasted sweet potatoes and garlic cloves, garnishing with 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme for a fresh aroma and finish.

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