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Easy Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

This recipe features succulent chicken breasts and tender sweet potatoes roasted to perfection, coated in a luscious maple glaze. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 6-8 ounces each
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • baking sheet
  • Oven
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes and red onion wedges with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Make sure they're evenly coated.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  4. Arrange the sweet potatoes and red onions in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  5. Place the chicken breasts on top of the sweet potatoes and onions.
  6. Brush the chicken breasts generously with half of the maple glaze.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  8. During the last 5 minutes of baking, brush the chicken with the remaining maple glaze. This will give it a beautiful, glossy finish.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken.
  10. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the maple glaze for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight) before baking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To elevate the dish, broil the sweet potatoes for the last couple of minutes to caramelize them more. Sweet potato and onions can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Maple glaze can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.