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A bowl of Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice with a creamy sauce, garnished with parsley.

Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice

A simple and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken and sweet potatoes served over rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large Sweet potato Peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked rice

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the skillet and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned on all sides.
  3. Add the cubed sweet potato to the skillet with the chicken. Stir to combine.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  5. Serve the chicken and sweet potato mixture over cooked rice.

Notes

You can add other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers along with the sweet potatoes. Adjust seasonings to your preference.