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Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the sweet potatoes into wedges about 3/4 inch thick.
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Place the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with the chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Use a rubber spatula to toss the sweet potatoes until they are evenly coated.
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Transfer the sweet potatoes to the baking sheet and arrange so there is as much space between the wedges as possible.
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Roast the sweet potatoes on middle rack of oven for 12 minutes.
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Carefully flip the sweet potatoes. Continue roasting until they are tender and slightly charred at the edges, 10-14 minutes.
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Check to see that sweet potatoes are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Serve immediately.