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Roasted chicken with sweet potatoes and pears
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Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Pears

Savory roasted chicken with sweet potatoes and pears: a simple, one-pan family dinner with warm cinnamon, garlic, and caramelized flavors. Easy to make and irresistible!
Course Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 490kcal
Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 pears any variety, cored and cubed
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 16 cloves garlic peeled, whole
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Scatter a large baking dish with the sweet potatoes, pears, onion, and garlic cloves. Top with chicken drumsticks, then drizzle everything with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Using hands, toss well to ensure chicken and vegetables are evenly coated In spices.
  • Roast for 40-45 minutes or until chicken reaches internal cooking temperature of 180 degrees. Toss once around the 20 minute mark to ensure even browning. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 2drumsticks | Calories: 490kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 1388mg | Potassium: 941mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 16134IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg
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