Mahogany Chicken W Chimichurri Smoky Lime Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Mahogany Chicken paired with Chimichurri and Smoky Lime Sweet Potatoes. Perfectly roasted bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are glazed with a rich blend of soy sauce, honey, hoisin, garlic, and ginger, creating a glossy mahogany finish that's sweet, savory, and packed with umami. The roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned with smoked paprika, lime zest, and a hint of garlic, offer a smoky, citrus-kissed contrast to the chicken. A vibrant chimichurri made with fresh parsley, cilantro, and red wine vinegar adds a zesty, herbaceous touch that pulls the whole dish together. Quick to prepare and stunning on the plate, this recipe is ideal for both weeknight meals and special occasions. Keywords: Mahogany Chicken, Smoky Lime Sweet Potatoes, Chimichurri, roasted chicken thighs, easy dinner, sweet and savory recipes, meal with fresh herbs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 lime (zested and juiced)
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
- 0.5 bunch fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.75 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the mahogany glaze.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and place them in a baking dish. Brush the glaze generously over the chicken, ensuring all sides are coated. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the sweet potatoes.
Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lime zest, and half of the lime juice. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place the chicken in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, basting with more glaze halfway through. Simultaneously, roast the sweet potatoes on a separate rack for about 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
While the chicken and sweet potatoes cook, prepare the chimichurri. Finely chop the parsley and cilantro, and combine them in a bowl with red wine vinegar, red chili flakes, sea salt, black pepper, and the remaining lime juice. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while stirring until well combined. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water to adjust the consistency, if needed.
When the chicken is fully cooked and has a dark, glossy crust, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the mahogany chicken alongside the smoky lime sweet potatoes, and drizzle chimichurri over the chicken or serve it on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 170.2 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 730 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 5663 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.8 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.3 g | ||
| Protein | 182.0 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2819 mg | 60% | |
*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.
