Description
Chili Honey Chicken and Sweet Potatoes with Cilantro Yogurt is a vibrant dish featuring tender, glazed chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a refreshing cilantro yogurt sauce that balances the sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chili paste (or chili garlic sauce)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sweet potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the cilantro yogurt sauce:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt for a dairy-free option)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, chili paste, soy sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken with the marinade and let it sit for at least 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Let the chicken rest before slicing.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, honey (optional), salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and combined.
- Serve the roasted sweet potatoes, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with cilantro yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more chili paste or fresh chopped chilies to the marinade.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp, turkey, or tofu for different protein options.
- Serve with a fresh salad, steamed greens, or quinoa for a heartier meal.
- For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy yogurt for the cilantro yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
