Pan-Seared Chicken with Purple Yam and Avocado Salsa

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared to golden perfection served with a refreshing avocado and purple yam salsa that balances creaminess and earthiness. This Filipino-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, purple yam, ripe avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 Filipino cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 medium diced purple yam with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. Step 2: While the yam roasts, season 2 chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, combine 1 diced ripe avocado, roasted purple yam, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper; gently toss to combine.
  4. Step 4: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve topped with the avocado and purple yam salsa.

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