Spiced Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

A vibrant spiced chicken dish paired with creamy sweet potato mash and a warm, aromatic rub. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, smoked paprika, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 medium (about 1 lb) sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and cube 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb). Place in a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 15 minutes until tender. Drain and mash with 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1/4 cup milk until smooth and creamy, then stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and season with salt to taste.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, mix 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a small bowl. Rub this spice blend evenly over 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown on the edges. Serve the spiced chicken over the sweet potato mash.