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Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls

Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls: Cozy Comfort Food

Enjoy a delightful bowl of Maple Dijon Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls, combining protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts main protein source
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup Pure maple syrup agave syrup as alternative
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 cups Sweet potatoes substitute with carrots or butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh is best, can use garlic powder
For the Base and Greens
  • 2 cups Quinoa, rice, or couscous your choice of grain
  • 2 cups Mixed greens spinach or kale

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • large skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cube sweet potatoes, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 30 minutes.
  3. Combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a bowl to make the sauce.
  4. Cook chicken breasts in a skillet for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  5. Pour the maple Dijon sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls with grain, roasted sweet potatoes, glazed chicken, and fresh greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to substitute sweet potatoes with carrots or butternut squash. Excellent for meal prep and leftovers.

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