Description
A cozy and fuss-free fall dinner featuring juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy maple Dijon sauce, roasted alongside caramelized sweet potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g / 1.1 lbs)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds, optional
- Extra maple syrup drizzle, optional
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prep Potatoes: Peel (optional) and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on one side of the baking sheet.
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Prep Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place on the other side of the baking sheet and brush half the marinade over each piece. Save the rest for later.
- First Roast: Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Flip chicken using tongs, brush with remaining marinade, and toss sweet potatoes to roast evenly.
- Final Roast: Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
- Serve: Scoop roasted chicken and sweet potatoes into bowls. Top with toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds and drizzle extra maple syrup if desired. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves.
Notes
Patting the chicken dry before applying the marinade helps achieve a better sear and glaze. Use a high oven temperature (425°F) for crispy sweet potatoes and juicy chicken. Flip chicken halfway through roasting and baste with remaining marinade for a glossy finish. Leftovers reheat well and can be crisped under the broiler.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg