Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes, a dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into something special. Juicy chicken breasts are lovingly coated in rich maple syrup and paired with tender, caramelized sweet potatoes for a meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also brings a burst of sweetness and savory goodness to your table—perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners alike.
- 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
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; spread onto one half of the baking sheet.
- Coat chicken breasts in remaining olive oil and mix with maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper; place on the other half of the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- Optionally toast pecans in butter until fragrant; sprinkle over sweet potatoes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sweet potatoes (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg