Grilled Chicken Thighs & Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Simple, Satisfying Fuel for Your Strongest Self

When life’s busy and your body’s asking for nourishment that actually satisfies—you don’t need fancy. You need flavor-packed, protein-rich meals that feel as good as they taste. This recipe is a go-to from our studio kitchen: crispy grilled chicken thighs paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. It’s grounding, energizing, and gives your body exactly what it needs to show up strong—for your workout, your workday, and your wellness.

Why We Love It

This combo is a Sacred Herb Studio™ staple. Chicken thighs bring in those juicy, flavorful healthy fats and muscle-building protein, while sweet potatoes offer the complex carbs that fuel your body (and your booty) with steady energy. It’s balanced. It’s vibrant. And it hits that perfect post-workout or weeknight dinner sweet spot.

Ingredients:

• 6 oz boneless, skin-on chicken thighs

• 1 cup sweet potatoes, cubed

• 1 tbsp ghee or olive oil

• Sea salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder (because spice = life)

How to Make It:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.

2. Toss sweet potato cubes with ghee, salt, and spices. Spread on a sheet pan and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

3. While that’s happening, season your chicken thighs and grill or pan-sear them for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

4. Plate it all up. Spoon any juicy drippings over your sweet potatoes for extra magic.

Pro Tip:

Double the batch and keep leftovers for tomorrow’s lunch. This reheats beautifully—and we’re all about cooking once, eating twice.

Inside the Studio: Why This Meal Works

This meal is designed to stoke your metabolism, support recovery, and leave you feeling full, not sluggish. You’re getting:

• ~45g of clean protein

• Blood sugar-balancing complex carbs

• Nutrient-dense fuel for muscle repair + hormone support

And more than anything, it’s food that reminds you: nourishment doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be simple, joyful, and so damn satisfying.

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Grilled Chicken Thighs & Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Author: Laura Paquin

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

When life’s busy and your body’s asking for nourishment that actually satisfies—you don’t need fancy. You need flavor-packed, protein-rich meals that feel as good as they taste. This recipe is a go-to from our studio kitchen: crispy grilled chicken thighs paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. It’s grounding, energizing, and gives your body exactly what it needs to show up strong—for your workout, your workday, and your wellness.

Ingredients

• 6 oz. boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 cup sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1 tbsp. ghee or olive oil
• Salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Toss sweet potato cubes in ghee, salt, and paprika. Roast 25–30 min.
3. While roasting, season chicken thighs and grill or pan-sear until internal temp is 165°F (~6–7 min per side).
4. Plate together with any extra drippings spooned over top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

520

Fat

28 g

Carbs

28 g

Fiber

4 g

Protein

45 g

Pro Tips & Prep Hacks:

1. Meal Prep Like a Pro:

Double or triple the recipe and store extras in glass containers. These reheat beautifully and make a great lunch over greens or rice (if you’re adding more carbs post-workout).

2. Spice it Your Way:

Smoked paprika and garlic are go-to's here, but feel free to experiment with cumin, thyme, or even a little chili powder for kick.

3. Grill or Pan-Sear:

A cast iron pan gets the skin extra crispy if you’re cooking indoors. If you’re grilling, aim for high heat and let the chicken sit undisturbed to get that golden crust.

4. Swap It:

No sweet potatoes on hand? You can swap with roasted carrots, golden beets, or even smashed baby potatoes for similar grounding carb energy.