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Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl with Sweet Potatoes

A warm, comforting bowl of juicy chicken thighs and roasted sweet potatoes, glazed with a flavorful maple Dijon marinade—perfect for a family-friendly meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 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 divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • Optional toppings: toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds, extra maple syrup drizzle

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or give it a light grease.
  2. Peel (optional) and cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Toss them with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on one side of the baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
  4. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place them on the other side of the baking sheet and brush half the marinade over each piece. Save the rest for later.
Cooking
  1. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Flip the chicken using tongs, brush with the remaining marinade, and toss sweet potatoes to roast evenly.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

Use parchment paper for effortless cleanup. Experiment with spices—add a dash of cayenne for heat or a bit of cinnamon for warmth! If you're in a rush, use frozen sweet potatoes or swap them out for other veggies like carrots or Brussels sprouts.