Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls
Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are a delightful harmony of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken marinated in a tangy maple-Dijon sauce, paired with roasted sweet potatoes and vibrant veggies. It’s ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a nutritious meal at home, offering a satisfying experience that warms both the heart and palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1 lb)
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil and salt; spread them on one side of the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and drizzle half of the sauce over it, reserving the rest for later.
- Roast everything in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C) and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Serve in bowls with the remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg