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Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers

By Susie Weinrich · Date Mar 20, 2020· 15 Comments · May contain affiliate links.

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - An easy to prep dinner that is ready in just over 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
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Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers is a fast and easy dinner full of nutrition and flavor! It is ready in just over 30 minutes with very little prep.

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers

When you cook chicken in a parchment paper packet it comes out tender and juicy. The sweet potatoes cook to perfection, the onions and peppers soften just the right amount, and the barbecue sauce melts over the chicken into a delicious vinegary, sweet & spicy sauce.

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Step by Step

You will need 2 sheet pans to make 4 packets (4 chicken breasts).

Cut 4 pieces of parchment, about 15 x 20 each. Fold them in half so it is now 15 x 10.

Lay your folded pieces of parchment paper on the sheet pans. Overlap 4 to 5 slices of sweet potato on each paper. Sprinkle with olive oil, salt and pepper.

Fresh cut sweet potatoes on parchment with salt and pepper

Top the potatoes with the fresh chicken breast. Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried basil (optional red pepper flakes).

Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes sprinkled with seasonings

Measure out about ¼ cup of your favorite BBQ sauce for each packet. Pour that over the chicken breast.

Now, lay the sliced onions and peppers on top.

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers

Time to close up the packet!

Fold the top half of the parchment over the sweet potato & chicken stack. Then, starting in one corner make a small fold, then continue to make small folds all the way around the packet until you have made it all the way around and it is enclosed. See the step by step photos below:

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight

Tuck the last fold into the one above it to secure it closed.

Pop the sheet pans in the oven for 25 minutes.

Be careful when you cut the packets open to serve. The steam that escapes is HOT!

two chicken parchment packets folded on a sheet pan

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment for Dinner

An all-in-one dinner recipe for the win!! There is nothing better than a delicious dinner that you can wrap up in one package, cook on one pan, and have ready in just over 30 minutes!

Since this dinner contains your protein, starch and veggie I usually do not make any additional side dishes. However, when summer corn is ripe & sweet I will make a few ears to have with this dinner.

A big green crisp lettuce salad would be a great side dish too. Or if you are in the mood for a little comfort food, the Skillet Mac & Cheese would be amazing!

Keeping Dinner Kid Friendly

Now, when we have this for dinner I have two picky kids that are not interested in eating sweet potatoes or onions. But, they will eat plain, cut up chicken dipped in ketchup or mustard… yuck!

So, for the kids, I simply cook a plain chicken breast alongside the Barbecue Chicken in Parchment. This way everyone is happy!

Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers -

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BBQ Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers

A dinner that can be prepped and cooked in just over 30 minutes! The chicken comes out juicy and tender and the peppers and sweet potatoes are perfectly cooked. The barbecue sauce melts over the packet and becomes a vinegary sweet sauce. 
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 packets
Author: Susie Weinrich

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 sweet potatoes, peeled - cut lengthwise into ¼ inch slices
  • 1 medium yellow or red onion - cut into ½ inch wide strips
  • 2 bell peppers, - any color, cut into ½ inch wide strips
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce, your favorite brand/flavor - divided
  • 4 15×20 sheets of parchment paper (approx size)

Seasonings: Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika, Dried Basil (optional – Red Pepper Flakes)

Instructions
 

  •  Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cut 4 large pieces of parchment 15×20 each. Fold in half so they are 15×10 each.

One Packet Assembly:

  • Lay 4-5 sweet potato slices, slightly overlapping on a parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    3 sweet potatoes, peeled
    Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
  • Top the sweet potatoes with a chicken breast. Generously season each chicken breast with garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper (optional- red pepper flakes). 
    4 fresh boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
  • Top each chicken breast with about ¼ cup of BBQ Sauce.
    1 cup BBQ Sauce, your favorite brand/flavor
  • Finish the packet by dividing the onions and pepper evenly between the packets, laying them directly on top of the bbq sauce.
    1 medium yellow or red onion, 2 bell peppers,
    Barbecue Chicken in Parchment with Sweet Potatoes & Peppers - A 30 minute dinner full of flavor and nutrition. via momsdinner.net #chickeninparchment #easydinner #chickendinner #dinnertonight
  • Close the parchment packet up by folding in the edges, one small fold at a time all the way around until it is completely enclosed. See the photo for the finished, enclosed packet.
    parchment paper packets on a baking sheet
  • Place 2 parchment packets per sheet pan and place in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. 
  • Make sure the chicken has reached 165℉ internal temp.

Serving

  • To serve cut the packet open, careful of the hot steam, and place the packet on plate with a fork and knife.
    If you do not like the idea of eating out of a packet you can slide everything out of the packet onto a plate. Just make sure to get all the delicious sauce!
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  1. Coco says

    July 04, 2023 at 3:19 am

    5 stars
    I have a really fussy partner and he absolutely loves this. I just made it for the second time and he can’t get enough of it. Thank you so much 🤗🤤🥰

    Reply
  2. Elizabeth Martini says

    March 25, 2022 at 3:17 am

    Can this be cooked with steam?? Please let me know. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Susie Weinrich says

      March 25, 2022 at 7:15 am

      I’m not sure I know what you mean?

      Reply
  3. Lisa says

    July 11, 2018 at 8:47 am

    5 stars
    This is a great idea for busy weeknights. Flavorful, healthy and easy to make. Plus it’s so fun to open up your dinner like a present, right? I’ve made a lot of fish in this “en papillote” method, but have never tried it with chicken — or sweet potatoes for that matter. I think my husband would love this flavor combo — thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
    • Susie says

      July 11, 2018 at 2:50 pm

      Absolutely! The sweet potatoes cook to perfection and the chicken stays nice and moist “en Papillote” ! I hope you love it

      Reply
  4. Tina Dawson | Love is in my Tummy says

    May 29, 2018 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    Oh I love parchment package dinners. It’s like opening a little gift at the table!!! And I love how the aroma is sealed in too!

    Reply
    • Susie says

      May 29, 2018 at 9:50 am

      Completely like a culinary gift!! I love that.

      Reply
  5. Tara says

    May 29, 2018 at 8:57 am

    5 stars
    Yum! I love how easily this meal comes together for weeknights and without all the mess! All the flavors sound wonderful.

    Reply
    • Susie says

      May 29, 2018 at 9:21 am

      It is a great combo of flavors.. very little clean up… super nutritious…and so easy!

      Reply
  6. Tina says

    May 29, 2018 at 8:56 am

    5 stars
    How clever! My kid loves sweet potatoes so I’m going to give this recipe a try soon.

    Reply
    • Susie says

      May 29, 2018 at 9:20 am

      This will be a perfect recipe for you house then!

      Reply
  7. Natanja | Home Baked Bliss says

    May 29, 2018 at 8:36 am

    5 stars
    This is genius! I love how everything is combined on the baking sheet, no need to bring out those pots and pans! Perfect for those busy weeknights.

    Reply
    • Susie says

      May 29, 2018 at 8:48 am

      Thank you, Natanja! Clean up is a breeze with this recipe. The prep for this recipe is also a breeze!!

      Reply
  8. camila says

    May 29, 2018 at 7:57 am

    5 stars
    This is such a delicious recipe!!! I’m going to pin it for later!! Love this for an easy quick dinner idea!! Specially for those busy days!

    Reply
    • Susie says

      May 29, 2018 at 8:47 am

      Thank you, Camila! It is perfect for when you just want to get dinner on the table… but have it be crazy delicious at the same time!

      Reply
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