Sheet Pan Pecan-Crusted Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Coated in a crunchy pecan crust, roasted alongside sweet potatoes for a hearty, balanced meal. This American-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, pecans, panko breadcrumbs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup finely chopped pecans, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each). Brush each breast with 2 tbsp olive oil, then press firmly into the pecan mixture to coat completely.
  3. Step 3: Toss 2 large peeled and diced sweet potatoes (1-inch cubes) with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread evenly on a large sheet pan.
  4. Step 4: Arrange the pecan-crusted chicken breasts on the same sheet pan among the sweet potatoes.
  5. Step 5: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the sweet potatoes are tender and golden at the edges.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, allowing the pecan crust to set and the flavors to meld.

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