Description
Maple Dijon Chicken and Vegetables is a delicious and elegant one-pan meal featuring tender chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy maple Dijon sauce, roasted alongside sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts for a wholesome, flavorful dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 2 tsp. canola (avocado or grapeseed) oil
- 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup whole grain Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. coarse kosher sea salt
Vegetables
- 2 cups diced sweet potatoes (3/4-inch cubes)
- 2 cups halved Brussels sprouts
- 2 tsp. canola (avocado or grapeseed) oil
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is ready for roasting the chicken and vegetables.
- Prepare Chicken: Spread 2 teaspoons of oil on the bottom of a large cast iron skillet or Dutch oven. Place the chicken thighs in the skillet and season with 1/2 teaspoon paprika evenly on top.
- Make Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup whole grain Dijon mustard, 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon of coarse kosher sea salt until well combined to form the maple Dijon sauce.
- Initial Baking: Spoon about one-third of the sauce over the chicken thighs. Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 10 minutes to start cooking the chicken.
- Add Sweet Potatoes: Remove the skillet from the oven and spoon half of the remaining sauce over the chicken. Add the diced sweet potatoes around the chicken, seasoning them with salt and pepper if desired. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
- Add Brussels Sprouts: Remove the skillet again and spoon the remaining sauce over the chicken. Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet, distributing them evenly with the other ingredients. Return to the oven and bake for 20 more minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are fork-tender.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and serve the Maple Dijon Chicken and Vegetables immediately while hot and flavorful.
Notes
- This dish combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors for an elegant yet simple weeknight meal.
- You can substitute the chicken thighs with skinless chicken breasts, but cooking times may vary.
- Using a cast iron skillet or Dutch oven helps achieve even roasting and great caramelization on the chicken and vegetables.
- If you prefer spicier flavors, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce or seasonings.
- For a lower sugar option, reduce the maple syrup slightly or use a sugar-free syrup alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 472 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 864 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.05 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 162 mg
