Description
Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is a mouthwatering dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and sweet potatoes, all enveloped in a rich, sticky maple glaze. Perfect for family dinners or cozy weeknights, this recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet flavors that will impress everyone at your table. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a wholesome meal that’s both nutritious and visually appealing. Serve it alongside your favorite grains or salads, and enjoy a comforting dinner ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on one half of the baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, combine chicken breasts with remaining olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Arrange the chicken on the other half of the baking sheet without overlapping.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Optional: Toast chopped pecans in butter for garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g) with sweet potatoes
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg