Description
A cozy, comforting bowl of crispy chicken glazed with a sweet and tangy maple mustard sauce, complemented by roasted sweet potatoes and fresh greens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 medium-sized Sweet Potatoes
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach or Arugula
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Optional Toppings: Chopped Pecans, Cranberries, or Feta Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then lay on a lined baking sheet.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Make the marinade by whisking together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until golden, then add the sauce and cover to cook for another 7-10 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Assemble in bowls with spinach, sweet potatoes, and sliced chicken on top. Finish with optional toppings.
- Enjoy your delicious Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl!
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or grains for added texture and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Maple Dijon, Chicken Bowl, Sweet Potatoes, Fall Recipes, Comfort Food