Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts brushed with a sweet maple glaze paired with oven-roasted seasonal root vegetables for a comforting meal. This canadian-inspired chicken ready in about 55 minutes pairs (6 oz each) chicken breasts, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Canadian-inspired cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Brush each of the 4 chicken breasts generously with half of the maple glaze. Place chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is caramelized.
  3. Step 3: While chicken grills, preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 3 peeled and cut carrots, 2 peeled and cut parsnips, and 4 quartered red potatoes with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread vegetables evenly on a baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Roast vegetables in the oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and edges are golden brown.
  5. Step 5: Serve grilled maple-glazed chicken alongside the roasted root vegetables for a hearty, balanced meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) chicken breasts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Maple-Glazed Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables?

Canadian-inspired chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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