Description
These Cozy Maple Dijon Chicken Bowls feature a sweet and tangy glaze, roasted sweet potatoes, fluffy quinoa, and vibrant broccoli for a comforting and healthy meal. It’s a delightful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 600g (1.3lb) chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) ginger
- ½ teaspoon (2g) smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) pepper
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) almond butter
- 500g (1lb 1oz) sweet potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 200g (1 cup) quinoa, rinsed
- 300ml (1 ¼ cup) water/broth
- 150g (1 cup) broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) cilantro, chopped
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 lime, wedges
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Roast cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 200°C (400°F) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse quinoa, then simmer with water or broth for 15 minutes, let stand for 5 minutes, and fluff.
- Make Maple Dijon Glaze: Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon, vinegar, garlic, ginger, paprika, salt, pepper, and almond butter.
- Sear & Glaze Chicken: Sear chicken thighs, then coat with glaze and cook until thickened and chicken is cooked through.
- Steam Broccoli & Assemble: Steam broccoli, then arrange quinoa, sweet potatoes, chicken, and broccoli in bowls.
- Garnish & Serve: Drizzle with sesame oil and glaze, sprinkle with pumpkin seeds, cilantro, and green onion, and serve with lime.
Notes
Roasting sweet potatoes at a consistent temperature and not overcrowding the pan are key for optimal results. Making components ahead of time simplifies weeknight meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting, Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg