Chimichurri Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Name: Chimichurri Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 27 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 12 oz chicken breast; 10 oz sweet potatoes; 6 oz peppers & onions; 4 oz chimichurri sauce; 1 tbsp olive oil (2 tbsp for 4 servings); 1 tsp salt (2 tsp for 4 servings); freshly ground pepper

This chimichurri chicken pairs juicy roasted breast with tangy herb sauce and caramelized sweet potatoes, delivering authentic Latin American flavors with minimal prep and one-pan ease.

🌍Latin American 🏷️Chicken 🏷️Sweet potatoes 🏷️Chimichurri 🏷️Rapid cook 🏷️Roast mode

🏷️Suvie

Total

35 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$16–$26

Ingredients

12 oz chicken breast
10 oz sweet potatoes
6 oz peppers & onions
4 oz chimichurri sauce
1 tbsp olive oil (2 tbsp for 4 servings)
1 tsp salt (2 tsp for 4 servings)
freshly ground pepper

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Instructions

1
Remove chimichurri from freezer, run under warm water to thaw. Set aside during cook.
2
Open chicken breasts and place on the roasting rack in a Suvie pan.
3
Open sweet potatoes and peppers & onions and add to a Suvie pan. Season with 1 tbsp of olive oil, 1 tsp salt and freshly ground pepper (for 4 servings, use 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tsp salt).
4
Load chicken into the top zone of Suvie and sweet potatoes and peppers & onions into the bottom zone. Input settings and cook now. Bottom Zone: Roast at 400°F for 5 minutes for 2 servings, 10 minutes for 4 servings. Top Zone: Roast at 360°F for 27 minutes for 2 servings, 37 minutes for 4 servings. (please be sure to select "Yes" when asked if cooking from frozen).
5
When cook is complete, divide food between plates, drizzle with chimichurri sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Cut sweet potatoes and peppers into even 1-inch pieces so they roast at the same rate as the chicken.
Pat chicken dry before coating with chimichurri for better browning and crisper edges.
Arrange chicken in the center of the pan with vegetables around it; this ensures even air circulation and prevents steaming.
Reserve a spoonful of chimichurri before cooking and drizzle over the finished dish for fresh, vibrant flavor.

Substitutions

Chicken breast → chicken thighs (cooking time +5–10 minutes)
Sweet potatoes → regular potatoes or butternut squash (adjust roast time based on cube size)
Peppers & onions → broccoli, green beans, or zucchini (reduce cooking time by 5 minutes)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 350°F oven or microwave to preserve moisture.

Common Questions

Can I marinate the chicken in chimichurri ahead of time?

Yes. Coat chicken with chimichurri and refrigerate for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor, or marinate while prepping vegetables (30 minutes minimum).

How do I know when the chicken is done?

Chicken is done at an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part. Cooking time is typically 20–25 minutes at 400°F depending on breast thickness.