Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
This Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for a weeknight meal. The sweet and savory glaze perfectly complements the tender chicken and roasted sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a separate bowl and pour half of the maple glaze over them, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Arrange chicken breasts on the baking sheet alongside the sweet potatoes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Drizzle the remaining maple glaze over the chicken and sweet potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For an extra touch of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the maple glaze. Serve with a side of steamed green beans or broccoli.