Save Sweet and savory maple glazed chicken with roasted sweet potatoes, caramelized to perfection in one pan for the ultimate cozy fall dinner.
I first served this to my family on a chilly autumn evening and it quickly became a favorite for its rich maple flavor and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs: main protein
- 3 large sweet potatoes: peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: for roasting
- 1 teaspoon salt: divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper: seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder: seasoning
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup: Grade A dark amber recommended
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard: for glaze
- 2 tablespoons butter: melted for glaze
- 2 cloves garlic: minced for glaze
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves: plus extra for garnish
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon: for glaze
- ¼ cup chopped pecans: garnish
- Flaky sea salt: for finishing
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- Step 2:
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with ½ teaspoon salt and all the black pepper.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, and garlic powder. Spread evenly on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs on the other side of the baking sheet, leaving space between pieces for even roasting.
- Step 5:
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, melted butter, minced garlic, thyme leaves, and cinnamon to make the glaze.
- Step 6:
- Brush half of the maple glaze evenly over the chicken thighs and sweet potatoes using a pastry brush.
- Step 7:
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Step 8:
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and brush the chicken and sweet potatoes with the remaining maple glaze.
- Step 9:
- Return to the oven and roast for an additional 10–15 minutes or until the chicken is golden and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C), and the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
- Step 10:
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 11:
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans, extra fresh thyme leaves, and flaky sea salt before serving.
Save This recipe has brought many family dinners together, making chilly nights warm and memorable.
Required Tools
Large baking sheet, pastry brush, mixing bowl, meat thermometer, sharp knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts (pecans), dairy (butter), mustard. May contain garlic if sensitive. Always check labels for potential allergens in packaged ingredients.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 540 calories, 28 g total fat, 35 g carbohydrates, 34 g protein.
Save This simple glaze makes a big impact, creating a sweet and savory dinner perfect for weeknights or special occasions.