Maple Dijon Chicken Sweet Potato Bowls (Printable)
Tender maple mustard chicken with roasted sweet potatoes and fresh vegetables in a bowl
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken & Marinade
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
03 - 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
07 - 1 tsp salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Vegetables
09 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1 tsp paprika
12 - ½ tsp salt
13 - 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Dressing
16 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
17 - 1 tbsp maple syrup
18 - 2 tbsp olive oil
19 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Optional Toppings
21 - ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
22 - ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
23 - 2 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, garlic, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
03 - Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, paprika, and salt on the prepared baking sheet. Spread in an even layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill or sear for 6–7 minutes per side, until cooked through and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
06 - Arrange spinach or greens in 4 large bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potato, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sliced chicken.
07 - Drizzle with dressing and add optional toppings like feta, parsley, or pumpkin seeds.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The marinade doubles as flavor insurance, guaranteeing juicy chicken even if you get distracted halfway through cooking
- Roasted sweet potatoes become candy sweet and creamy, making every bite feel like comfort food
- This bowl hits that perfect spot between wholesome and satisfying without leaving you feeling heavy
02 -
- I learned the hard way that the chicken really does need those 5 minutes of resting time or all the juices run out onto the cutting board
- The sweet potatoes can take longer than 30 minutes depending on how small you cube them, so test with a fork rather than watching the clock
03 -
- Pound your chicken breasts to even thickness before marinating so they cook at the same rate
- Double the dressing and keep it in a jar in the fridge for quick salads all week long