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    Home » Main Dishes » Chicken Recipes

    Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

    LAST UPDATED: August 23, 2018 PUBLISHED: August 23, 2018 By Pam Greer 34 Comments As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Sheet Pan Dinners like this Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes will become a family favorite.  One pan meals are so easy and the clean up is a breeze!

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    Plate of food - with chicken, sweet potatoes and green garnish with text overlay reading Sheet Pan Maple Roasted Chicken

    Sheet Pan Dinners are so Easy!

    It's hard to work all day and have energy to make a tasty dinner. I know. That's why I am always searching for really, really simple recipes that I can make when I'm tired, and frustrated, and tired, and fed up with the world.

    Well, I hit the jackpot with this recipe. It has few ingredients, it's really simple, and once you get it in the oven you can lay on the couch, prop your feet up, and read a good book. Or you know, you could clean up the house and do some laundry. Whatever.

    You probably also want to file away these other one pan dinners, because everyone needs more book reading time.  This Roasted Mah Mahi with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes is another sheet pan dinner.  Pork Chops with Bacon and Cabbage is not a sheet pan dinner, but it's all done in a roasting pan, and ....  hello .... pork chops AND bacon!

    Two plates with chicken and sweet potatoes

    Sheet Pan Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

    We could eat this easy sheet pan dinner every week, we love it that much.  Mr.  Sidewalk Shoes loves how good it tastes and I love how delicious it is and how easy it is!!

    You just place the vegetables and chicken on a baking sheet (I line with parchment paper for even easier clean up) toss with olive oil and salt and pepper.  Drizzle with maple syrup and top with thyme sprigs.  Then roast!  You can stir the sweet potatoes and onions at the half way point, but honestly, sometimes I do and sometimes I don't.

    If you are looking for more sheet pan inspiration, how about Sheet Pan Suppers: 120 Recipes for Simple, Surprising, Hands-Off Meals Straight from the Oven or  Sheet Pan Suppers Meatless:  100 Surprising Vegetarian Meals Straight from the Oven.

     

    Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
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    Sheet Pan Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

    This Sheet Pan Maple Roasted Chicken with Sweet Potatoes is kid friendly and oh so easy! 
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 35 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Servings 9
    Calories 320kcal

    Ingredients

    • 4 chicken legs
    • 4 chicken thighs
    • 1 onion cut into 1 inch wedges
    • 3 sweet potatoes medium, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 6 sprigs fresh thyme

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, if desired.  
    • Place chicken, sweet potatoes, and onions on baking sheet.  Drizzle with olive oil and salt and pepper and toss to combine.  
    • Drizzle with the maple syrup and top with the thyme sprigs. 
    • Roast for 30-35 minutes or until chicken is cooked to 165 degrees, stirring once halfway through. 

    Notes

    This recipe calls for 4 legs and 4 thighs.  You can use all legs or all thighs. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 402mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6270IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1.1mg

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    Comments

    1. Miz Helen says

      September 05, 2018 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      I love this sheet pan dinner, it is perfect for fall! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday, we sure enjoyed your post!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        September 05, 2018 at 11:00 am

        Thanks Miz Helen!

        Reply
    2. Mother of 3 says

      August 30, 2018 at 7:44 pm

      THis sounds so good... and easy! Pinned.

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 31, 2018 at 10:38 am

        You'll have to let me know what you think!

        Reply
    3. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says

      August 26, 2018 at 11:48 am

      What a great idea- Maple on chicken. It sounds as good as it looks. I would be so honored if you would share it (and some of your other recipes too) at our What's for Dinner party!

      http://www.lazygastronome.com/whats-for-dinner-sunday-link-up-163/

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 26, 2018 at 1:12 pm

        Thank you! I don't have any Sunday link ups so your party sounds perfect!

        Reply
    4. Valentina says

      August 23, 2018 at 11:37 pm

      5 stars
      I am a big fan of sheet pan dinners and the ingredients in this one are getting me in the mood for fall! Love it!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:02 am

        I know! It's a fall dish that doesn't scream fall, perfect for this in between time!

        Reply
    5. Tara says

      August 23, 2018 at 10:47 pm

      5 stars
      Great combination of flavors! Delicious

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:02 am

        One of my favorites!

        Reply
    6. Tisha says

      August 23, 2018 at 10:46 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe!!! Sheet pan meals are so simple and perfect!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:03 am

        Perfect for a busy night!

        Reply
    7. Caroline says

      August 23, 2018 at 10:40 pm

      5 stars
      I've been so happy this last week that the weather has cooled a bit and we can roast again. I'm a big fan of roast chicken and this sounds a tasty, easy way to make a meal of it.

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:03 am

        We are a bit cooler too!

        Reply
    8. Danielle says

      August 23, 2018 at 9:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love sheet pan dinners! So easy to make and clean up! This looks like an amazing combination of flavors!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        August 24, 2018 at 6:03 am

        It is so good!

        Reply
    9. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

      December 13, 2008 at 10:45 pm

      My Canadian husband, who is addicted to maple syrup, will love this recipe!

      Reply
    10. jlarson750 says

      December 12, 2008 at 12:24 pm

      Yum, I think that I can get the kids to eat this one. And sweet potatoes are so much better for you anyway...

      Reply
    11. trishalavittae says

      December 11, 2008 at 5:18 pm

      It looks nice! I gotta try out this during this weekend!

      Reply
    12. Kevin says

      December 09, 2008 at 2:54 am

      I really like the sound of a maple roasted chicken. The maple syrup goes really well with sweet potatoes as well.

      Reply
    13. Pam says

      December 09, 2008 at 12:55 am

      Cali - there are lots of schools of thought on roasting a whole chicken, some like high heat, some like low heat.

      Red - I would just use how many you think your family would eat. I made enough chicken for 4 servings, so two biggish sweet potatoes would work. I would also then maybe double the glaze.

      Peter - is this a Canadian dish? I should move to Canada!

      Natashya - yep, carbs and books, it's a good combination.

      Mike - it really is so easy.

      Marjie - you'd have to make a bunch of sweet potatoes to feed your crew.

      Pam - You should really try it!

      Joy - let me know if you try it.

      Terri - what's in the horseradish cream sauce?

      Noble - thanks

      Cali - I'm so glad you liked it!

      Granny - it's a coarse salt.

      Grace - no fuss is the way to go!

      Reply
    14. Granny Williams says

      December 08, 2008 at 5:47 pm

      I love your recipes, and have made a few ... but what in heavens name is Kosher Salt ? This Brit has never heard of it !

      Reply
    15. cali says

      December 08, 2008 at 5:18 pm

      I tried this last night as I had some sweet potatoes ready for service. This meal is delicious! I give it five *Swimmies*. Thanks!

      Note: solved the "hate to cut up raw chicken" and my preference for white meat dilemma by using chicken breasts.

      Reply
    16. Grace says

      December 08, 2008 at 8:22 pm

      ooooh---i'll bet the maple and the chicken juices do magical, wonderful things to those sweet potaters! great recipe--and you're so right about the joy of no-fuss dinners. 🙂

      Reply
    17. Terri and Bob says

      December 08, 2008 at 1:02 pm

      This sounds heavenly. I am in love with sweet potatoes right now... especially as "fries" served with horseradish cream sauce. mmmm.

      Reply
    18. noble pig says

      December 08, 2008 at 4:59 pm

      Pam this looks so yummy. I want to make it for dinner! Just beautiful presenatation and photos.

      Reply
    19. Joy says

      December 08, 2008 at 12:10 pm

      I have some sweet potatoes that need to be used....and some chicken. This just might make it into my oven this week. Thanks!

      Reply
    20. Natashya says

      December 08, 2008 at 12:48 am

      I'm with Peter, this is a Canadian pleaser!
      Plus, double the carbs and lie down with a book? You are speaking my language!

      Reply
    21. Pam says

      December 08, 2008 at 5:05 am

      What a delicious meal. I've never made maple roasted chicken before - great idea!

      Reply
    22. Marjie says

      December 08, 2008 at 3:33 am

      I know you looked sorry to not be able to share, while you were revelling in your delightful chicken. I agree that more sweet potatoes would be in order.

      Reply
    23. Mike of Mike's Table says

      December 08, 2008 at 3:09 am

      This does sound deceptively simple but I could definitely see this working wonderfully. I'll have to keep this one in mind--seems perfect for the winter months

      Reply
    24. cali says

      December 07, 2008 at 7:37 pm

      How would you modify this recipe for a whole roasted chicken? The sweet potatoes and onions? I'm squeamish about cutting up chicken while it's raw. (Weird , I know.)

      Reply
    25. Peter M says

      December 07, 2008 at 10:48 pm

      This would make any Canadian happy.

      Reply
    26. redforever says

      December 07, 2008 at 7:54 pm

      The recipe calls for 2 smallish sweet potatoes and that can vary a lot. And you said to double that amount.

      About how many cups would you estimate double the amount would be?

      Reply

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