Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, a simple yet impressive dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in rich maple syrup, served alongside tender, caramelized sweet potatoes. The combination of savory and sweet creates a satisfying meal that is not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 dried thyme)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on half of the baking sheet.
- In the same bowl, mix chicken with remaining olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the chicken on the other half of the baking sheet without overlapping.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Optional: Toast chopped pecans in a skillet with butter as a garnish.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g) with 1 cup sweet potatoes (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg