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Crispy One-Pan Harvest Chicken Thighs Easy Roasted Apples Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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A comforting one-pan meal featuring crispy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs roasted alongside sweet potatoes and apples, delivering a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors ideal for cozy fall dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 firm apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs very dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Cut the sweet potatoes and apples into roughly 1-inch pieces, keeping sizes uniform for even cooking.
  4. In a bowl, toss the sweet potatoes and apples with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs.
  5. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil.
  6. When the oil is shimmering, place the chicken thighs skin side down in the skillet. Let them sear without moving for 6-7 minutes until the skin is deeply golden and crispy.
  7. Flip the chicken and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Nestle the sweet potato and apple mixture around the chicken in the skillet.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sweet potatoes are tender.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Patting the chicken dry before searing is crucial for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the chicken. Use a high oven temperature (425°F) to caramelize the sweet potatoes and apples. Leftovers reheat best in the oven to maintain crispiness. For a twist, add a dash of cinnamon on apples before roasting or a splash of balsamic glaze at the end.

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Keywords: chicken thighs, one-pan meal, roasted apples, sweet potatoes, crispy chicken, fall recipe, easy dinner, harvest recipe

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