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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Juicy Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes for Comfort

A delightful Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes recipe that creates a comforting meal with balanced flavors and textures.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, Easy Dinner, gluten-free, healthy recipe, Maple-Glazed Chicken, Sweet Potatoes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • ½ cup Pure Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves

For the Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional for toasting pecans
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish

Instructions

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on one-half of a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Coat the chicken breasts with the remaining olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper for a glaze.
  • Place the maple-glazed chicken on the other half of the baking sheet, avoiding overlap.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add chopped pecans, and toast for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
  • Sprinkle toasted pecans over sweet potatoes and serve chicken garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Drizzle with additional maple syrup for extra sweetness if desired. Allow leftovers to cool before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plate | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
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