Description
A heartwarming dish that combines sweet potatoes with tangy Maple Dijon chicken, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 1 cup Quinoa or Brown Rice
- Fresh Herbs (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prep the chicken by mixing maple syrup and Dijon mustard; marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by dicing and tossing them in olive oil and garlic powder.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Cook the chicken in a skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Prepare the quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble the bowls with quinoa or rice, roasted sweet potatoes, and chicken, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Consider adding sliced avocado or nuts as toppings, and serve with a light salad or roasted Brussels sprouts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Maple Dijon Chicken, Sweet Potato Bowls, Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner, Healthy Recipe