Description
Maple Dijon Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls That Comfort Your Soul are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, delivering a hearty meal that warms your heart. This gluten-free dish features tender chicken breasts paired with roasted sweet potatoes, all coated in a delicious maple-Dijon sauce. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a meal prep option for busy days ahead, this recipe is versatile and satisfying. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, these bowls are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
- Olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking tray.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Mix maple syrup and Dijon mustard in a bowl for the sauce.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa/rice, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, drizzle sauce on top, and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg