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Sweet Potato Chicken with Cranberries & Kale

Creamy sundried tomato sauce ties the flavors together for an irresistible toss-together meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Mountain Cravings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. sweet potatoes diced
  • 1 T. olive oil
  • ½ t. salt
  • 1 lb. chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 garlic cloves smashed
  • ¼ onion thinly sliced
  • 1 T. italian mixed herbs
  • 1 cup white wine (optional)
  • ½ bunch kale shredded
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomato paste or tomato paste with Italian seasonings
  • ½ cup plain nonfat greek yogurt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°.
  • Pile diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, mix to coat, and spread out evenly. Season with salt.
  • Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes, until just starting to turn golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, arrange chicken in a single layer in the bottom of a large pot. Top with smashed garlic, onion slices, and herbs.
  • Pour enough water over the chicken to cover by ½-1 inch; if using white wine, pour over first, then finish with water.
  • Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 8-12 minutes until center is opaque.
  • Remove the chicken to a large mixing bowl and shred into large chunks. Fold in tomato paste and yogurt.
  • Add sweet potatoes, shredded kale, and cranberries to the bowl and mix to coat evenly.
  • Let sit for at least 15 minutes to soften kale, then serve at room temp. This can also be stored in the fridge up to a day before serving.

Notes

Use cooked rotisserie chicken to make this in half the time!