Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl
A delightful and healthy meal combining savory and sweet flavors with tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups seasonal vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
- Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- On a baking sheet, toss cubed sweet potatoes and seasonal vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Push vegetables to the sides of the baking sheet and place the marinated chicken in the center.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Marinating the chicken for a few hours or overnight enhances flavor. Cut vegetables into even sizes for uniform cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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