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Maple Dijon Chicken Bowls: Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

These Maple Dijon Chicken Bowls are the perfect harmony of sweet and savory. Featuring tender chicken, roasted vegetables, and a delicious sauce, it's a healthy, customizable meal perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Maple Dijon Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup real maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
For the Roasted Vegetables & Bowls
  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 lb brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
  • 1 cup quinoa uncooked
  • 1/4 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Equipment

  • 1 Large Baking Sheet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Saucepan For cooking quinoa

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the cubed chicken to the bowl with the marinade. Toss well to ensure every piece is coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  4. Roast Vegetables: Spread the diced sweet potatoes and halved Brussels sprouts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with a little olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast for 15 minutes.
  5. Add Chicken: After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Push the vegetables to one side and add the marinated chicken to the other side in a single layer.
  6. Finish Roasting: Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Cook Quinoa: While the chicken and vegetables are roasting, cook the quinoa according to package directions.
  8. Assemble the Bowls: To assemble your Maple Dijon Chicken Bowls, start with a base of cooked quinoa. Top with the roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with toasted pecans and dried cranberries.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalProtein: 42gFat: 22gFiber: 10g

Notes

Don't Crowd the Pan: Use two baking sheets if necessary to ensure the chicken and vegetables roast properly and get nicely caramelized.
Storage: Store components in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for best results.
Customization: Feel free to substitute vegetables like broccoli, red onion, or butternut squash based on what you have on hand.
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