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Joe Rooney

Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Easy Weeknight Dinner

This Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes recipe is a perfect easy dinner option for busy weeknights. Featuring tender chicken thighs and caramelized sweet potatoes roasted together on one pan, this dish delivers a flavorful and wholesome family dinner with minimal cleanup. Enjoy it paired with a zesty yogurt sauce for a delightful sheet pan dinner experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 567
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs*
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled & cut into 1/2-inch half moons
  • 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1 Tablespoon Morton kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon EACH dried oregano, dried rosemary, chili powder, smoked paprika, granulated garlic, & cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon EACH coriander and allspice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon Morton kosher salt*

Method
 

  1. Set your oven to 425°F to preheat.
  2. In a large sheet pan, combine chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, and red onion with olive oil, honey, kosher salt, oregano, rosemary, chili powder, smoked paprika, granulated garlic, cumin, coriander, allspice, and minced garlic. Toss everything well so the ingredients are thoroughly coated, then arrange them evenly in a single layer on the pan.
  3. Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and the sweet potatoes have softened and started to caramelize.
  4. While roasting, prepare the yogurt sauce by adding lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic to a mini food processor. Pulse until the garlic is finely chopped.
  5. Add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, dried dill, and salt to the processor and blend until smooth and combined.
  6. Once the chicken and vegetables are done, serve them hot alongside the fresh yogurt sauce for dipping or drizzling.

Notes

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs remain juicy and flavorful after roasting; however, boneless skinless chicken breasts can be used with adjusted cooking times to avoid drying. All recipes are tested with Morton kosher salt; if using table salt, reduce the amount accordingly. Cutting vegetables uniformly helps them roast evenly and caramelize nicely. Always check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.