Pan-Seared Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Tangy Yogurt Sauce
Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes and a refreshing yogurt sauce brightened with lemon and herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe (gluten free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium (about 1 lb) sweet potatoes
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp, divided salt
- 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized at edges.
- Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp paprika. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 3: Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Stir well and season with a pinch of salt to taste.
- Step 5: Serve the sliced chicken alongside roasted sweet potatoes and drizzle with the tangy yogurt sauce for a balanced, flavorful meal.








