Sheet Pan Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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A one-pan roasted chicken dish featuring bold Cajun spices paired with sweet, caramelized sweet potatoes. This Southern American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, 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: 35 min Serves 4 Southern American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread the sweet potatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in the same bowl, toss 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder until well coated.
  4. Step 4: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and arrange the seasoned chicken thighs among the partially roasted sweet potatoes.
  5. Step 5: Return the sheet pan to the oven and roast everything together for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F internally and sweet potatoes are tender and golden on the edges.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh, herbal contrast.

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