Description
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a flavorful maple Dijon sauce, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 cup Quinoa or Brown Rice
- Fresh Herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes.
- Mix maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and remaining olive oil; season chicken with salt and pepper, then coat with the marinade.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F, 75°C).
- Prepare quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa or rice, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, and fresh herbs. Drizzle with leftover sauce from the skillet.
Notes
Make sweet potatoes and chicken in advance for quick meals. Customize with seasonal vegetables or nuts for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg