Maple-Glazed Chicken: A Sweet and Savory Weeknight Delight
This delicious recipe features tender chicken breasts glazed with sweet maple syrup and complemented by roasted sweet potatoes and toasted pecans for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
Sauce
- 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Plus extra for sweet potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 cups Sweet Potatoes (Cubed)
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons Butter (For toasting pecans)
- 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans (Optional)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (For garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- In a small saucepan, simmer maple syrup and apple cider vinegar until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Roast sweet potatoes tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- Toast pecans in butter until fragrant, then sprinkle over sweet potatoes and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle the maple glaze over the chicken just before serving.