Description

This Easy Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl Recipe with Sweet Potatoes is perfect for a cozy fall dinner. It combines tender chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy maple Dijon sauce, roasted sweet potatoes, and aromatic herbs for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs boneless
skinless chicken thighs
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g / 1.1 lbs)
3 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic
minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
to taste
1 tbsp fresh thyme
chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
Optional toppings: toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds
extra maple syrup drizzle

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into cubes.
In a large bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme.
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade.
Spread the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
Place the marinated chicken thighs on the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm, topped with optional toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds and a drizzle of extra maple syrup.

Notes

Make sure to adjust the seasoning to your taste. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side salad or steamed greens.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Roasting, Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 545 kcal
Sugar: 17 g
Sodium: 640 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 43 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg

Keywords: Maple Dijon Chicken, Sweet Potatoes, Fall Dinner, Cozy Recipes, Easy Chicken Bowl