A cozy dinner delight featuring maple Dijon chicken served with roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, perfect for autumn.
Author:Caroline Jones
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:2 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Roasting and Grilling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1.5 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
Pinch of salt
2 cups cubed sweet potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & cinnamon to taste
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley
2 cups halved Brussels sprouts
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup cooked wild rice blend or brown rice
Fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs (optional garnish)
Instructions
Roast the Veggies: Toss sweet potatoes with oil, salt, and a dash of cinnamon. On a separate section of a sheet pan, toss Brussels sprouts with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes.
Grill or Pan-Sear Chicken: Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for 6–8 minutes per side until juicy and golden.
Make the Maple Dijon Sauce: Whisk together Dijon, maple syrup, olive oil, vinegar, thyme, and salt. Drizzle over warm chicken or serve on the side.
Build the Bowl: Scoop rice into your bowl, add sliced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes (tossed with cranberries), and Brussels.
Garnish & Devour: Sprinkle fresh herbs on top, and serve it hot.
Notes
This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste.