Caramelized sweet potato cubes, tender seasoned ground chicken, and earthy wilted kale combine in a savory one skillet dinner packed with wholesome nutrients.
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Caramelized sweet potato cubes, tender seasoned ground chicken, and earthy wilted kale combine in a savory one skillet dinner packed with wholesome nutrients.
Wondering how to get a hearty, nutritious dinner on the table using just one pan? You have come to the right place. This skillet hash unites savory ground chicken with naturally sweet caramelized potatoes and tender greens for a wholesome weeknight victory.
Dense root vegetables like sweet potatoes take up to 30 minutes to cook through if sauteeed uncovered. By adding a tight fitting lid for the first 5 minutes of cooking, trapped surface moisture creates high heat steam that rapidly gelatinizes starches in the center. Removing the lid allows excess moisture to evaporate instantly, giving the potato edges a golden, caramelized crust in half the usual cooking time.
Here is what you need to make this recipe for one skillet ground chicken and sweet potato hash:
Ground Chicken: Provides lean protein that harmonizes beautifully with sweet roasted root vegetables without overwhelming them with excess grease.
Sweet Potatoes: Cut into uniform small cubes so they cook swiftly and develop delicious caramelized edges in the hot skillet.
Kale: Hearty leafy greens that hold their structure under heat without turning mushy, adding earthy balance and iron.
Smoked Paprika and Cumin: Warming spices that bridge the natural sweetness of the potatoes with the savory meat.
Top each serving with a sunny side up fried egg with a runny yolk for the ultimate breakfast for dinner experience. Serve with sliced avocado and hot sauce.
Store leftover hash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a hot skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes to restore sweet potato crispness, or microwave for 2 minutes.
Mastering One Skillet Ground Chicken and Sweet Potato Hash comes down to precise temperature control and key technique cues.
Heat one tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy bottomed skillet over medium high heat. Add ground chicken, half the salt, paprika, and garlic powder. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, breaking into crumbles, until browned and cooked through to 165°F. Transfer chicken to a clean plate.
In the same skillet, heat remaining tablespoon olive oil. Add diced sweet potatoes and red onion with remaining salt, pepper, and cumin. Stir well, cover with a tight lid, and steam on medium heat for 5 minutes.
Remove the lid, turn heat back to medium high, and cook uncovered for 5 to 6 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are fork tender and golden brown at the edges.
Add chopped kale and two tablespoons of water or chicken broth to the skillet. Toss continuously for 2 minutes until the kale wilts to a deep vibrant green.
Return the cooked ground chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together for 1 to 2 minutes until piping hot. Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle into warm shallow bowls.
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Butternut squash can replace sweet potatoes. Baby spinach or Swiss chard can be swapped for kale.
Store leftover hash in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat in a hot skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes to restore sweet potato crispness, or microwave for 2 minutes.
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