Sautéed Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potato and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Tender sautéed chicken breast paired with roasted sweet potatoes and wilted spinach makes a nourishing Whole30 meal that's both simple and satisfying. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breast, sweet potatoes, fresh spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 2 medium (about 1 lb) sweet potatoes
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Peel and dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and edges are caramelized.
2. Step 2: While sweet potatoes roast, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1 lb chicken breast with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then add to skillet. Sauté for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 4 cups fresh spinach. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until spinach is wilted and garlic is fragrant.
4. Step 4: Slice chicken into strips and serve alongside roasted sweet potatoes and sautéed spinach.