BBQ Glazed Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For an enhanced flavor profile, consider marinating the chicken breasts in a mix of BBQ sauce and a bit of honey, soy sauce, and garlic for at least an hour before cooking. This not only adds depth to the flavor but also tenderizes the chicken. For the sweet potatoes, adding a sprinkle of cinnamon can complement their natural sweetness and elevate the dish. When grilling the asparagus, a quick brush of balsamic vinegar in the last minute of grilling will add a nice glaze and a tangy twist.
Step 1: Preheat oven and season chicken
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Step 2: Prepare and roast chicken and sweet potatoes
Brush the chicken breasts with BBQ sauce and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a separate baking sheet. Place both the chicken and sweet potatoes in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sweet potatoes are tender.
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (cubed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Step 3: Prepare and grill asparagus
Meanwhile, trim the woody ends off the asparagus and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Heat a grill pan or grill over medium-high heat and grill the asparagus for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and lightly charred.
- 1 lb asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Step 4: Serve and enjoy
Once the chicken, sweet potatoes, and asparagus are ready, serve and enjoy!
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 4 whole chicken breast
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 4 medium sweet potato
- 1 bunch asparagus
Pantry Items
- 1 cup bbq sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings & Spices
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
