Description
Maple Dijon Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts glazed in a rich maple-dijon sauce, complemented by roasted sweet potatoes that are crispy on the outside and fluffy within. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), diced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard and maple syrup to make the glaze.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary; spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place seasoned chicken on another baking sheet and brush with glaze.
- Bake both chicken and sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Serve bowls with roasted sweet potatoes layered under glazed chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg