Chicken Apple and Yam Hash
Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Chicken Apple and Yam Hash, a one-pan wonder that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Juicy, tender chicken breast is paired with sweet yams, crisp apples, and caramelized onion, all tossed in a savory-sweet blend of cinnamon, smoked paprika, and fresh thyme. This dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings while still delivering a wholesome, comforting meal. A splash of chicken stock brings all the flavors together, creating a perfectly balanced, aromatic dish that’s both gluten-free and nutrient-packed. Serve it as a standalone dinner or pair it with a fresh green salad for an upgraded twist on rustic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 medium yams
- 2 medium apples
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup water or chicken stock
Instructions
Peel the yams and cut them into small 1/2-inch cubes. Set aside.
Core the apples (no need to peel) and cut them into similar-sized cubes. Set aside.
Dice the yellow onion, and mince the garlic cloves.
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
In the same pan, add the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add the cubed yams to the pan and stir to coat them in the oil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the cubed apples, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the apples to soften slightly.
Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss everything together.
Pour in the water or chicken stock, cover the pan, and let everything steam for 5 minutes until the yams are tender and the flavors meld together.
Uncover the pan and stir to combine. Let cook for 2 additional minutes to slightly caramelize the mixture.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 3185 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.9 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 74.0 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 3645 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
