Description
This Chili Lime Sweet Potato and Chicken Skillet is a vibrant and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts and sweet potatoes spiced with chili powder, cumin, and lime. The dish combines a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and tangy flavors, enhanced by fresh cilantro and creamy avocado for a nutritious and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Protein
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and develop a slightly golden exterior.
- Cook Chicken: Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chicken pieces and season with chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Combine the chicken and sweet potatoes in the skillet. Add diced red bell pepper and corn kernels, then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the bell pepper becomes tender.
- Season with Lime: Stir in the zest and juice of one lime to the skillet mixture. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Add Fresh Cilantro: Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the chopped fresh cilantro to add a fresh herbaceous flavor.
- Serve: Serve the Chili Lime Sweet Potato and Chicken Skillet hot, topped with diced avocado for creaminess and contrast.
Notes
- For extra heat, include the optional cayenne pepper or increase the amount according to preference.
- Use fresh or frozen corn kernels depending on availability; if frozen, thaw before adding.
- Sweet potatoes can be swapped with regular potatoes but cooking time may vary.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure all spices and ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
