Description
A wholesome and nourishing meal featuring caramelized sweet potatoes and savory chicken, all drizzled in a delicious maple Dijon sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb total)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (optional)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon until well coated. Spread in a single layer on one baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- While sweet potatoes roast, pound chicken breasts to even thickness if needed and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F for optimal taste and safety.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth, creating a delicious dressing to elevate your dish.
- Divide spinach among serving bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, quinoa (if using), dried cranberries, and chopped pecans. Drizzle with maple Dijon sauce for that final touch and serve hot.
Notes
Chicken can be substituted with marinated tofu or tempeh for a vegan option. Feel free to adjust the sauce sweetness to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg