Sweet Potato & Chicken Skillet

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A simple, nutrient-packed skillet meal perfect for restarting Whole30 after a reset period, featuring lean chicken and sweet potatoes for sustained energy. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless 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 320 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 6 oz diced boneless chicken thighs and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium peeled and diced sweet potato (1/2-inch cubes) to the skillet, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp dried rosemary, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring once halfway, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and chicken is fully cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with additional salt to taste.

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