Remember that one time I tried to make roast chicken and ended up with something resembling shoe leather? Yeah, me neither! This recipe is foolproof, even for beginner cooks. It's vibrant, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make. You'll be impressing your friends and family in no time!
The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. High-quality ingredients, a few key spices, and a little bit of oven magic transform humble sweet potatoes and chicken into a culinary masterpiece. Get ready for a flavor explosion! Seriously, this is SO good.
Required Equipments
- Large Roasting Pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Potato Ricer or Masher
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
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This recipe for Peri-Peri Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries is a flavor-packed delight, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. Crispy fries and juicy chicken, what's not to love?
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 2 servings
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This is crucial for perfectly crispy fries and juicy chicken. Don't skip this step!
- Wash and peel your sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs). Cut them into even-sized fries – aim for about 1/2 inch thick. Uniform size means uniform cooking!
- Toss the sweet potato fries with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze!
- Pat your chicken (about 3 lbs) dry with paper towels. This helps the skin get super crispy! Season generously with salt, pepper, and about 2 tablespoons of peri-peri sauce. Rub it all over, getting under the skin as well, for maximum flavor infusion.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the roasting pan. Arrange the sweet potato fries around the chicken. Drizzle the remaining peri-peri sauce over everything for an extra kick!
- Roast for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the fries are tender and slightly crispy. You might need to flip the fries halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken and fries from the oven. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before carving. This allows the juices to redistribute, making it even more tender. So important!
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Peri-Peri Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries! Pair with a simple side salad for a complete meal. Seriously, it's so yummy!
📝 Notes
- For extra crispy fries, you can parboil them for 5 minutes before roasting.
- Feel free to add other spices, such as paprika or garlic powder, to the chicken or fries.
- If you don't have a potato ricer, you can use a fork to roughly mash the potatoes before frying
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 600 kcal
Protein: 40 g
Fat: 30 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 5 g
Calcium: 20 mg
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