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Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls

Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls Bliss

Experience the delightful Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls, a wholesome dish perfect for dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Maple Dijon Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or Thighs Choose tender cuts for juiciness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Honey can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain can be used for texture.
Sweet Potatoes
  • 2-3 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can also work.
For the Grains
  • 1 cup Quinoa, Rice, or Couscous Choose your preferred base.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spread the sweet potato cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a bowl, whisk together the maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Assemble the bowls starting with grains, then layer roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, and drizzle with remaining sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is great for meal prepping; store components separately for freshness.

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