Description
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken and sweet, caramelized sweet potatoes, enhanced with a tangy maple Dijon sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cubed sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes, or until tender.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken breasts until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Pour the maple Dijon sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Serve the chicken over a bed of roasted sweet potatoes, drizzling extra sauce on top.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the maple Dijon sauce for a few hours before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American