This Chili Lime Sweet Potato and Chicken Skillet recipe is a healthy one pan dinner recipe with delicious Southwestern flavor. Serve with a dollop of yogurt and a squeeze of lime!
If you love one pot recipes, be sure to check out my Pinterest board {ONE POT WONDERS} and follow along for more easy dinner inspiration!
It’s really starting to feel like summer out there! The garden is semi-planted, the BBQ has been on non-stop, LOTS of ice cream has been consumed. The flip flops have been flip flopping, the sprinklers have been sprinkling, the cold beers have been kh-chh’ed (that was the sound of a beer bottle opening, FYI).
And for some reason, summer makes me kind of lazy…you know? That house cleaning? It can wait….the laundry? It can wait, too. I have more important things to think about. Like lounging on my deck. With one eye semi-open and on Kai. Because that kid is SO much trouble, so lounging is never all that restful in reality.
Well, product of that laid-back easy summer attitude I’ve had lately is this super easy and delicious chili-lime sweet potato and chicken skillet…so easy, super tasty, and only one pan to wash up. Woo hoo!
I guess you could say that I’m on a bit of a one-pot/one-pan bender lately.
It all started with this round-up of 19 Healthy One Pot Dinners. I had so much fun looking at all of the creative and delicious ways that dinner can be cooked in one pot or pan, and have been inspired ever since!
I wanted to break away from the pasta for this one, and cook up something with vibrant Mexican flavors….and voila!
This is one seriously protein-rich dinner…between the black beans and the chicken breast, there is no way you’re going to be hungry after this!
The sweet potato and chicken skillet recipe is also packed with fresh veggies: sweet potato, bell peppers, and red onion…feel free to substitute whatever you have on hand…this is an easy ‘clean out the fridge’ kind of meal. I’ll bet zucchini and corn would also be tasty in here!
Everything is cooked up in some chicken stock and seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and lime zest. Both Ben and I just couldn’t get enough of these flavors, and the left-overs made for a great lunch the next day!
So…if you are anything like me, and tend to get a little bit ‘lazy’ when it comes to cooking (and especially when it comes to washing dishes) in the summer, this is the dish for you! Easy prep, easy cooking, and only one pan to wash up. So you can get back to lounging on the deck…or whatever your favorite summer activity happens to be 😉
More easy summer chicken dinner recipes:
- check out this Healthy Chicken Skillet with Cajun Potatoes and Veggies
- get inspired with this round-up of 19 Healthy Skillet Dinners
- or check out this Easy Balsamic Chicken Skillet with Tomatoes & Tarragon
Chili Lime Sweet Potato and Chicken Skillet
A simple, easy and healthy dinner that cooks up all in one pan! Sweet potatoes, chicken, black beans and bell peppers are flavored with chili-powder and lime.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- olive oil (2 or so tablespoons)
- salt and pepper
- 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1-cm (1/2 inch) cubes (approx 4 cups)
- 2 bell peppers, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 red onion, cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 can black beans, drained (540mL/18 oz)
- cilantro leaves (garnish)
- lime wedges/wheels (garnish)
- greek yogurt (to serve)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken, and brown (approximately 6 minutes). Don't worry about cooking it right through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and place on a plate.
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan. Add the sweet potato, and cook for 10-12 minutes, until browned. I found it browned better when I didn't stir it too frequently, only every 2-3 minutes.
- Add the bell peppers, red onion, chili powder, cumin, salt and chicken stock. Return the chicken to the pan. Stir so that everything is well combined.
- Cover and cook for another 10 or so minutes, stirring once or twice. Chicken and sweet potato should be cooked through.
- Add the black beans and lime zest, and cook until heated through.
- Taste for salt, and add more if needed.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Recipe Notes
Calories 377 // Fat 9 g // Saturated Fat 2 g // Cholesterol 63 mg // Sodium 434 mg // Carbohydrate 42 g // Fiber 11 g // Sugars 9 g // Protein 33 g
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More Chicken Skillet Inspiration:
- {One Skillet} Lemon Chicken and Red Potatoes from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
- Tuscan Chicken Skillet from The Wanderlust Kitchen
- Harvest Chicken Skillet with Sweet Potatoes Brussels Sprouts and Sautéed Apples from Well Plated
I definitely feel more lazy in the summer too in terms of housework…that can definitely wait! I’m loving this skillet, Denise! Such a great idea to flavor the chicken with zesty spices and add in sweet potatoes. Sounds like the perfect easy meal!
I always think of that song ‘summer time, and the living’s easy’…that’s my motto in the summer 😉 Thanks, Gayle!
I love one pot dishes, and I love how healthy this is! Plus it looks amazing! 🙂
Thanks, Sam! One pot meals are where it’s at 😉
This looks awesome, and so flavorful with the spices! I’m obsessed with sweet potatoes in anything. We tried growing some this year, but so far they aren’t doing too well. I’m still holding out hope, though!
I’m totally obsessed with sweet potatoes! I wish I could grow them! Where do they even grow? I feel like I should know that. I hope your sweet potatoes grow, Jess, I can’t even imagine how amazing fresh sweet potatoes would taste!
Today is the first day it’s been so warm I wore flip flops instead of tennis shoes. Hurray! Love this skillet dinner. Such great flavors! And the less clean up, the better!
I love flip flop season! I need a new pair though. Thanks, Natalie!
Holy Moly! This looks so good! And so darn pretty! Kind of like eating a rainbow! 🙂
Taste the rainbow! The non-skittles kind 😉
This looks wonderful! So healthy and I always love a one pan meal. Pinned for later!
Thanks, Michelle! One pan meals are just the best!
One pot fast and easy dinners are where it’s at in the summer – lounging on the deck with the kiddos is definitely more important than cooking, cleaning and laundry! Totally with you on that! This skillet looks fantastic, I love all the colours!
I’m glad you agree with me, Stacey! Thanks 🙂
First and foremost, I will 100% be stealing your sound for beer opening. That just made my day. 😉 Second of all, I love simple dishes like this for summer! Pinning immediately!
Ha ha!! I re-read it like 5 times and thought maybe I sounded crazy, but if YOU approve, then it must sound real! Thanks, Justine!
I am obsessed with anything lime and anything spicy! This is such a great and flavorful summer meal 🙂
Thanks, Medha! It didn’t end up being too spicy, but you could definitely add some hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
I love the contrast of the spicy chicken and the sweet potatoes. This looks like the perfect lazy day meal!
Thanks, Shelby!
One pot meals are the best and I’m loving all the gorgeous colors and flavors in here! And I agree with you; summer should always be about deck lounging! 🙂
What a beautiful, summertime meal, Denise! I would happily eat this for dinner at least twice a week. 😀
Thanks, Erin!
I keep seeing so much dinner inspiration for next week and this is going on my list too! This looks perfect, Denise! You can never go wrong with one-pot meals 😉
I am 100% with you on that one, Danielle!
There is so much about this meal that I love…chili lime flavors, sweet potatoes, and one pot!!
Thanks, Jaren! Nothing better than one pot, right?
Yes! Summer seriously makes me SO lazy and the last place I want to be is in the kitchen! This skillet is literally calling my name! Sweet potatoes ALL THE THINGS.
Yeah! Sweet potatoes are my middle name 😉
Mmm this looks delicious; it’s nice to find new ways to use black beans as I’m a huge fan of them atm. But could I add some kind of sauce? It looks a little dry.
Hi Felicity, we didn’t find it dry at all, but if you wanted to add something to it, you could serve it with some Greek yogurt or sour cream? I wouldn’t add a sauce, though, that might completely change the flavors.
We added a dollop of greek yogurt and it brought out the flavors really well. Also we used extra chicken stock, so it was def on the juicy side!
I LOVE one pot dishes – they are the best way to cook! I just can’t wash up, I’m so terrible at it that every time I try to, my whole household complains (but at least it stops me from having to do it so much mwahaha). Therefore, I always try to cook as many things in the same pot as possible!!! This looks like the perfect dish for me, the flavours sound sooo delicious and refreshing. Of course the fact that its one pot is perfect! I definitely need to make this!
I should try doing a bad job at the dishes sometime and see if Ben will take over…ha! Thanks, Harriet!
I think I’m kinda lazy most of the time, but let’s blame Summer 😉 This looks like such a tasty dinner. I love skillet meals!
OK, well I’m secretly lazy year-round, but I like to have an excuse like summer 😉 Thanks, Andi!
I love that this isn’t just another one-pot pasta dish! (As much as I LOVE one-pot pastas!) So super creative!
Thanks, Ashley! I was definitely feeling like something a little different than pasta 🙂
This skillet meal looks delicious! I am crazy about chili lime flavors and anything with sweet potatoes. I need to try this ASAP! Gorgeous!
Thanks so much, Chelsea! I am a huge sweet potato addict 🙂
I lol’ed at the beer opening sound. SO accurate! I’m loving the warmer weather (…not so much the humidity though) and one-pot meals are perfect! This skillet is calling my name. 🙂
I’m so intrigued by all these one pot meals! I need to get on that trend! And this one looks like something I would love! Summer is here too, but it isn’t early as enjoyable as yours is sounding! I need throw some flip flops on an get some ice cream 🙂
Yes! Lounging totally takes top priority over laundry! And this one pot meal just takes priority, because, umm, wow! It looks amazing!
Hi! I am looking forward to making this recipe for the first time tonight. I’m curious – do you skin your sweet potatoes before cooking them, or leave the skins on? I hate peeling vegetables (haha), but have only ever used recipes that call for peeled sweet potatoes. It doesn’t look like you’ve done so – I could be mistaken, but I’m curious if you think it’d make a difference!
Hey Kristin! I didn’t peel my sweet potatoes…I agree, it’s such a pain, plus I’ve read that the skin has a ton of nutrients. Let me know how you like the recipe!
I made this last night and it was spectacular! Thanks for the great recipe!
Yay! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Caroline! Thanks so much for reporting back 😀
Made this last night! It was super yum. I followed the recipe just as it is, and it was easy, tho a bit more time consuming. Pro tip: get your friends to come over and do the chopping and sautéing, and you can focus on making a salad or appetizer or dessert. 🙂 Having some help with the prep made it worth the time and effort.
So glad you liked it, Shelley! I like your tip about inviting a friend over 😉
Wow! This was so good! I wasn’t sure if I was going to like it because I’m not a big lover of peppers. This was a few now pan dinner. Thank you!!
I’m so glad you liked it, Catherine 🙂 Thanks so much for reporting back!
This was amazing!! My sweet potato hating kids even ate it…served it with a lime wedge, fresh cilantro and a dollop of fat free Greek yogurt (like sour cream). My husband said the yogurt really set it all off. Was out of chili powder so used more cumin and a bunch of smoked paprika. Made a double batch and froze single servings for later!!
Hi Dixie! I’m so happy to hear it! We liked Greek yogurt on ours as well. I will have to try with smoked paprika! Thanks so much for reporting back 🙂
Made this last night for dinner! It was AMAZING!!! My husband added some rice to his. I am totally going to make this one again! Yummy Healthy and if your into paleo it works for that as well!
Thanks for sharing
Hi Kayla! I’m so happy to hear that you liked it! I like the idea of adding rice to it. Thanks for reporting back!
can you tell me how many calories this dish has?
Hi Samantha, I’ve just added the nutritional information. Looks like its 375 calories or so (if you divide the pan into 6 servings).
This is so good!
Made it last night.
Just happened to have all the ingredients on hand.
My whole family liked it.
My picky husband even had seconds!
Thank you for this recipe.
I will be making it again soon.
Oh, by the way it’s perfect for Autumn too.
Hi Cindy, I’m SO happy you liked it! Thanks so much for your comment 🙂
This is the 1# most popular recipe in my household! I make it AT LEAST once a month and I know have the recipe memorized from making it so many times. It’s so delicious and makes great leftovers, if I can get my husband to leave any!
Thank you for bringing this into my life!!
Wow, you totally just made my day, Hayley! I’m so glad you and your family like this recipe 🙂
I just made this tonight – it was amazing! I’ve never seen my toddler eat so much in one sitting. Definitely adding this into the rotation!
Can your toddler come over and teach my toddler how to eat this? Ha ha! Glad you liked it Jill 🙂
Going to make this later! Only cooking for 2 though, what do you think it will taste like cold/re-heated for lunch the next day?
PS… LOVE the site!
Hi Jonathan, I have enjoyed this re-heated for lunch and it was great! I hope you enjoy it 🙂