Smoky Paprika Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet
A flavorful one-pan dinner featuring tender chicken breast and caramelized sweet potato cubes seasoned with smoky Spanish paprika, garlic, and fresh oregano. It is a hearty, anti-inflammatory meal that comes together quickly in a single skillet.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Pre-chopping: You can peel and dice the sweet potatoes up to 3 days in advance; store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
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Instructions
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Next: Prepare the chicken by cutting the chicken…
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Prepare the chicken by cutting the chicken…
Prepare the chicken by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken cubes with half of this spice mixture until evenly coated.
Look for: evenly coated
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Heat half of the olive oil in…
Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken cubes in a single layer. Sear without moving for 3 minutes to develop a golden crust, then stir and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Look for: the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink
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Lower the skillet heat to medium and…
Lower the skillet heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil. Add the diced sweet potato and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet. Toss to coat in the remaining spice mixture.
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Pour 0.25 cup of water into the skillet, immediately cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let steam for 8 to 10 minutes. The sweet potatoes are ready when they can be easily pierced with a fork and are lightly caramelized on the edges.
Allow: 8 to 10 minutes
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Return the cooked chicken and any accumulated…
Return the cooked chicken and any accumulated juices back into the skillet. Stir everything together for 2 minutes over medium heat until the chicken is hot and the flavors are fully combined.
Look for: the chicken is hot and the flavors are fully combined
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Remove from the heat
Remove from the heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and divide into four equal portions.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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