Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
This Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is a delicious and healthy one-pan meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. The sweet and savory flavors combine beautifully for a satisfying and easy-to-make dish.
- 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
- Optional: Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon 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, and smoked paprika.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned.
- Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet.
- Brush the chicken and sweet potatoes with the maple glaze.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender, basting with glaze halfway through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley (optional) and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the maple glaze. Serve with a side of steamed green beans or broccoli.