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Baked Chicken and Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Emily Carter
Crispy oven-baked chicken paired with crunchy, caramelized sweet potato fries. Simple, satisfying, and way better than greasy fast food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sweet Potato Fries:

  • 2 large sweet potatoes cut into fries
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Set to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Season the Chicken: In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and oregano. Coat the chicken with olive oil and season well.
  • Prepare the Sweet Potato Fries: Toss the cut fries in olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Arrange on the Baking Sheet: Spread the fries in a single layer. Place chicken breasts on another section of the tray.
  • Bake: Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping fries halfway, until golden and crisp. Ensure the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally.
  • Rest & Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then plate it up with crispy fries.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~400
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 150%
  • Iron: 10%
  • Potassium: 14%
  • Magnesium: 8%
  • Vitamin C: 6%