Savory Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls
This Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls recipe combines comforting flavors with wholesome ingredients for a quick, nutritious meal.
Equipment
- grill or heavy skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
For the Veggies
- 2 cups sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- cinnamon optional
- rosemary optional
For the Grain
- 1 cup brown rice or wild rice cooked according to package instructions
Optional Toppings
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Mix maple syrup with Dijon mustard to create a glaze. Brush chicken breasts with the glaze and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and optional spices. Roast on a baking sheet for 25–30 minutes until tender.
- Cook rice according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Assemble bowls with rice at the base, topped with sliced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts.
- Drizzle remaining glaze over the top and add optional toppings like pecans or cranberries.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg
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