This easy Lemon Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is a one-skillet meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Featuring garlic, fresh rosemary, and lemon, this dish combines zesty and savory flavors that will leave you craving more.
Heat 3 teaspoons of olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon snipped fresh rosemary, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to the skillet.
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Add the diced sweet potatoes and toss to coat.
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Cover and cook the sweet potatoes for 5 minutes, without stirring.
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Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
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Place the chicken breast halves in the skillet, on the other side of the sweet potatoes.
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Cook the chicken and sweet potatoes uncovered for 8 minutes, stirring the potatoes occasionally and turning the chicken once halfway through.
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Sprinkle the chicken with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, rosemary, and black pepper.
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Top the chicken with the thinly sliced lemon.
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Cover and cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the potatoes are browned. Remove the potatoes as they are done and continue cooking the chicken if needed.
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If desired, garnish with additional fresh rosemary before serving.
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