What if I don’t have apple cider vinegar?

No worries! You can swap in white wine vinegar or even a squeeze of lemon juice for that same touch of tang.

How do I store leftovers?

Pop them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F or microwave gently with a splash of water to keep everything juicy.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! You can prep everything the night before—just cover and refrigerate the chicken and sweet potatoes separately. When you’re ready to cook, toss them on the sheet and roast.

Maple Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes: 1-Pan Magic Meal

Description

This Maple Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is the perfect one-pan dinner for busy weeknights. Tender, juicy chicken meets caramelized sweet potatoes coated in a sweet and savory maple glaze. It’s cozy, flavorful, and beautifully simple — comfort food that feels gourmet with almost no effort!

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme)
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on one side of the baking sheet.
Glaze the chicken: In the same bowl, mix chicken breasts with the remaining olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Arrange on the other side of the baking sheet.
Roast: Bake for 25–30 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp) and sweet potatoes are tender.
Toast pecans: Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add pecans and toast for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Serve: Sprinkle toasted pecans over sweet potatoes and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Swap chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer a juicier cut (add 5 extra minutes of cook time).
For extra maple flavor, drizzle a bit more maple syrup over the finished dish before serving.
This meal pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or steamed green beans.
Leftovers? Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently in the oven.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Oven-baked, One-pan
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sweet potatoes
Calories: 465 kcal
Sugar: 18 g
Sodium: 310 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 33 g
Cholesterol: 105 mg