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Maple Dijon Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls

Maple Dijon Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls for Cozy Nights

Enjoy warm Maple Dijon Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls, a quick, adaptable dish perfect for fall nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Grilled or pan-seared
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup Base for the glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Brown Rice or Wild Rice Hearty base
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Cubed
  • 1 cup Brussels Sprouts Halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Rosemary Optional
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pecans or Dried Cranberries Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Maple Dijon glaze by whisking together maple syrup and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
  2. Brush the chicken breast with the glaze, cook in a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil, for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast cubed sweet potatoes and halved Brussels sprouts tossed in olive oil, salt, and optional spices for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Cook the brown or wild rice in a saucepan according to package instructions, typically about 30 minutes.
  5. Assemble the bowls starting with rice at the bottom, sliced chicken on top, followed by roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts.
  6. Drizzle with remaining glaze and sprinkle with pecans or dried cranberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes post-cooking for juiciness. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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