Description
A single-skillet dish blending lean ground chicken, sweet potatoes, and caramelized onions for a protein-packed, nutrient-dense meal. Seasoned with warming spices like smoked paprika and thyme, this recipe offers a simplified cooking method with bold flavors and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Ground Chicken 1 lb (450g)
Sweet Potato 2 medium, medium dice
White Onion 1, sliced
Smoked Paprika 1 tbsp
Garlic Powder 1 tsp
Ground Thyme 1 tsp
Coconut Milk (full-fat) 1/2 cup (120ml)
Olive Oil 2 tbsp
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Coat chicken in paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper
Heat olive oil in skillet
Add onion and cook until softened
Stir in ground chicken and cook until browned
Add sweet potato
Roast in preheated oven
Add coconut milk
Simmer until potatoes are tender
Season with additional spices if needed
Notes
Use 92% lean ground chicken for optimal juiciness; substitute with ground turkey
Medium dice retains texture; consider replacing sweet potatoes with roasted acorn squash for variation
White onion provides a sweet base; yellow onion or shallots work similarly
Smoked paprika adds depth; use sweet paprika if unavailable
Ground thyme enhances flavor; substitute with oregano or dried sage
Coconut milk offers creaminess without dairy; replace with vegetable broth for a lower-fat option
Leftovers warm up excellently and are appropriate for reheated breakfasts
Adjust cooking times accordingly if using a different type of squash
Nutrition
- Serving Size: serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg