Description
A cozy one-skillet side dish featuring caramelized sweet potatoes and tender apples tossed with warm spices the perfect balance of sweet and savory for any fall meal.
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 apples, cored and diced (Honeycrisp or Gala work well)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and caramelize.
3. Add diced apples, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
4. Continue cooking for another 6–8 minutes, stirring often, until the apples are tender and the sweet potatoes are fully cooked.
5. Stir in chopped pecans if using and cook for 1 more minute.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary before serving.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, pork, or as part of a holiday spread.
Try adding a splash of apple cider or orange juice for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet or microwave for a quick side or breakfast hash.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: sweet potato apple skillet, fall side dish, maple sweet potatoes, healthy skillet recipe, apple sweet potato hash