Description
This Maple Dijon Chicken Bowl is a flavorful and healthy meal with tender chicken glazed in a sweet and tangy maple Dijon sauce. Served with roasted vegetables and grains, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup roasted vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini)
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots or optional toppings
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush with the maple Dijon mixture.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, roast or steam your choice of vegetables and cook quinoa or rice.
- Slice the chicken and assemble bowls: start with quinoa/rice, add vegetables, top with chicken slices, and drizzle with any remaining sauce.
- Garnish with shredded carrots or fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Marinate chicken for 30 minutes for extra flavor. Swap vegetables based on season or preference. Store components separately for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Bowl
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: maple Dijon chicken, chicken bowl, healthy meal, quinoa bowl
