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Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Nights

A delightful mix of succulent chicken and tender sweet potatoes, this Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is the perfect comforting one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs skin-on for extra crispiness
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup do not substitute with artificial syrup
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes cubed into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley or thyme

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Sheet Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Spread evenly on a sheet pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, salt, and spices for the glaze.
  4. Place chicken thighs on top of sweet potatoes, press down, and brush with maple glaze, reserving some for basting.
  5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, basting halfway, until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. After baking, let rest, then garnish with fresh herbs and serve directly from the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 14000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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