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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Nights

This Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is a delightful combination of tender chicken glazed in sweet maple syrup and roasted sweet potatoes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Bone-in pieces can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Honey or agave can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Melted butter can be an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used if on hand.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Butternut squash can be a unique twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme can be used at a quarter of the amount.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Omit for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Optional, can swap for walnuts or omit.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Any fresh herb can be used.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on half of the baking sheet.
  3. Combine chicken breasts with remaining olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper until coated.
  4. Place glazed chicken on the other half of the baking sheet without overlapping.
  5. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Melt butter in a skillet and toast pecans for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
  7. Serve by sprinkling toasted pecans over sweet potatoes and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is beginner-friendly, nutritious, and customizable. Substitute ingredients as needed for dietary preferences.

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