Moroccan Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash
Moroccan Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Morocco to your table. Juicy, spice-marinated chicken is paired with velvety sweet potato mash, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. This dish not only delights the senses but also makes for a perfect centerpiece at any gathering, ensuring everyone leaves satisfied.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon; coat the chicken in this mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Add chicken stock and olive oil to sweet potatoes; mash until smooth and creamy.
- Serve the Moroccan chicken alongside the sweet potato mash, garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/2 cup sweet potato mash
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the sweet potato mash. You can swap sweet potatoes for butternut squash or regular potatoes for a different twist.