Pan-Seared Chicken with Smoky Paprika and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Tender chicken breasts pan-seared with smoky paprika served alongside caramelized roasted sweet potatoes for a comforting meal. This French recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, smoked paprika, salt 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 2 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.
  2. Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each). Mix 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then rub evenly over both sides of the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Plate the chicken breasts alongside the roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle any resting juices from the pan over the chicken for extra flavor.

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