Grilled Chicken & Yams recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCopeland's of New OrleansGrilled Chicken & Yams Recipe

Grilled Chicken & Yams Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Grilled chicken breast, mashed sweet potatoes, spiced pecans, caramelized onions and worcestershire sauce.

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Ingredients

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Grilled Chicken

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Spiced Pecans

Caramelized Onions

Method

Grilled Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

  1. 3

    Prepare and Boil Sweet Potatoes

    Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into cubes. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 4

    Mash the Sweet Potatoes

    Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and cinnamon. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Spiced Pecans

  1. 5

    Prepare the Pecans

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and salt. Toss until the pecans are well coated.

  2. 6

    Bake the Pecans

    Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are golden and fragrant. Let cool before serving.

Caramelized Onions

  1. 7

    Prepare the Onions

    Slice the onion thinly. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and salt.

  2. 8

    Caramelize the Onions

    Cook the onions for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Remove from heat.

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