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Maple Dijon Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls

Delicious Maple Dijon Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls

This Maple Dijon Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls recipe transforms a simple weeknight into a flavorful feast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
For the Glaze
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup divided
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard divided
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (~1.5 lbs), cubed
  • 1 lbs Brussels sprouts halved or quartered
For Cooking
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup brown or wild rice uncooked
For Enhancement
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary minced (or 1/2 tsp dried)
For Toppings (Optional)
  • Chopped pecans
  • dried cranberries
  • fresh parsley

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Medium Saucepan
  • large skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cube sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, then stir and roast for another 10–15 minutes until tender.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil, add rice, and cook according to package instructions (20–25 minutes). Fluff with a fork when done and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup and Dijon mustard for the glaze. Season chicken with salt and pepper, letting it rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown, brushing with glaze during the last 2 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Prepare the drizzle by stirring together remaining maple syrup and Dijon mustard in a separate bowl.
  6. To assemble, divide rice among bowls, top with roasted vegetables and sliced chicken, drizzle with finishing sauce, and add optional toppings. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store components separately for meal prep. Extra flavor can be achieved by using vegetable broth for cooking rice.

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