Pan-Seared Chicken with East Texas Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

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Succulent pan-seared chicken breasts paired with sweet potatoes glazed in honey and seasoned with a touch of smoked paprika for a flavorful, comforting meal. This American Southern-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, honey 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 weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick 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: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American Southern cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss them with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through until tender and caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, season 4 chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: After removing the chicken, add 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then drizzle this infused oil over the chicken and roasted sweet potatoes before serving.

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