Description
Cozy and flavor-packed, this Maple Dijon Chicken and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl combines juicy glazed chicken with caramelized Brussels sprouts, roasted sweet potatoes, hearty rice, and a sweet-tangy drizzle. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
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1/3 cup + 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, divided
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1/4 cup + 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, divided
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2 medium sweet potatoes (~1.5 lbs), cubed
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1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved or quartered
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3 tbsp olive oil, divided
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1 cup brown or wild rice, uncooked
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1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
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1 tsp fresh rosemary, minced (or 1/2 tsp dried)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional toppings: chopped pecans, dried cranberries, fresh parsley
Instructions
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Prep & Roast Veggies (10 min prep, 25–30 min cook): Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon/rosemary. Spread evenly on a sheet pan. Roast 15 minutes, stir, then roast another 10–15 until caramelized.
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Cook Rice (20–25 min): While veggies roast, cook rice according to package directions. For more flavor, simmer with broth, garlic, or a bay leaf.
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Make Maple Dijon Glaze (5 min): Whisk 1/3 cup maple syrup + 1/4 cup Dijon mustard in a bowl. Season chicken with salt and pepper; let rest 5 minutes.
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Cook Chicken (10–12 min): Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F. In last 2 minutes, brush both sides with glaze to caramelize. Rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
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Whisk Drizzle (2 min): Stir remaining 2 tbsp maple syrup + 1 tbsp Dijon mustard for finishing sauce.
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Assemble Bowls (5 min): Divide rice, roasted veggies, and sliced chicken into bowls. Drizzle sauce and top with pecans, cranberries, or parsley. Enjoy warm!
Notes
Swap the base: Use quinoa, farro, or cauliflower rice instead of brown rice.
Veggie alternatives: Substitute broccoli or butternut squash for Brussels sprouts.
Meal prep friendly: Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days; keep glaze separate until serving for best results.
Flavor tip: For extra crispiness, broil veggies for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting + Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg