Savory Citrus-Ginger Chicken with Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges

This budget-friendly recipe features succulent chicken marinated in a zesty citrus-ginger blend, paired with crispy spiced sweet potato wedges. It's a delightful combination of flavors that delivers maximum taste without breaking the bank.

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30m prep

35m cook

4 servings

medium difficulty

Total: 65m

Ingredients

oranges

2 whole

for juicing

ginger

1 tablespoon

grated

soy sauce

2 tablespoons

low-sodium preferred

honey

1 tablespoon

or maple syrup

boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 pound

can substitute with chicken breasts

sweet potatoes

2 medium

washed and peeled

olive oil

2 tablespoons

for tossing sweet potatoes

paprika

1 teaspoon

for flavor

garlic powder

1 2 teaspoons

for flavor

salt

1 to taste

for seasoning

fresh cilantro

1 bunch

for garnish, optional

Instructions

In a bowl, combine the juice of 2 oranges, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of honey to create the marinade.

Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). While the chicken is marinating, wash and peel 2 medium sweet potatoes, then cut them into wedges.

In a separate bowl, toss the sweet potato wedges with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt to taste.

Spread the sweet potato wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated chicken thighs, cooking for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they are cooked through and have a nice sear.

Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve the sliced chicken alongside the spiced sweet potato wedges, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

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