Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges
Oven-roasted sweet potato wedges tossed with roasted garlic and chili powder for a comforting, vitamin-rich snack to boost recovery. This american-inspired snacks ready in about 40 minutes turns olive oil, whole, unpeeled garlic cloves, chili powder into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 4, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. 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, cut into 1/2-inch wedges large sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 6, whole, unpeeled garlic cloves
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 large sweet potatoes cut into 1/2-inch wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Place the seasoned sweet potato wedges on a baking sheet in a single layer. Add 6 whole unpeeled garlic cloves scattered on the sheet.
- Step 3: Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning wedges halfway, until edges are caramelized and garlic is soft.
- Step 4: Remove garlic cloves, squeeze softened garlic out of skins, and toss it with the sweet potatoes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving warm as a snack or side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Roasted Garlic and Chili-Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges?
American snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
