Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl Recipe
A Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl Recipe made with roasted chicken and sweet potatoes.Ready in 45 minutes with simple ingredients.Perfect for an easy and cozy fall dinner.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium sweet potatoes about 500g / 1.1 lbs
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Optional toppings: toasted pecans or pumpkin seeds extra maple syrup drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut sweet potatoes into cubes and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on one side.
- In a bowl, whisk maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken on the sheet and brush with half the marinade.
- Roast for 15 minutes, then flip chicken, brush with remaining marinade, and toss sweet potatoes.
- Roast another 10–15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Assemble bowls with chicken and sweet potatoes. Add toppings and serve.
This Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl Recipe delivers rich flavor with minimal effort.
Notes
- Swap maple syrup with honey if needed
- Add quinoa or rice for a heartier bowl
- Great for weekly meal prep lunches