Maple-Glazed Chicken Breast with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

Glazed with maple and herbs, served with caramelized carrots and parsnips. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 4 (about 6 oz each, boneless and skinless) chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups sliced (1/2-inch thick) carrots
• 2 cups sliced (1/2-inch thick) parsnips
• 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary until smooth.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden-brown, then pour maple glaze evenly over chicken.
3. Step 3: Toss 2 cups sliced carrots and 2 cups sliced parsnips with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread around chicken in the skillet.
4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-18 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender and caramelized.