Description
Indulge in the delightful synergy of sweet and savory with these Maple Dijon Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls. This quick and comforting dish features tender chicken glazed in a rich maple Dijon sauce, served over roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe offers a burst of flavor and warmth that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp smooth Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary until evenly coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the glaze.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the seasoned chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drizzle the maple Dijon sauce over the chicken and sweet potatoes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added variety, substitute sweet potatoes with quinoa or brown rice. Experiment with different herbs like thyme or basil to enhance flavors. Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor absorption.