Maple-Glazed Chicken Tenderloin with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Tender chicken coated in sweet-savory maple glaze, served alongside caramelized root vegetables for a balanced meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken tenderloins, maple syrup, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups, cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
• 2 cups, cut into 1-inch chunks parsnips
• 2 cups, cut into 1-inch chunks beets

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper to make the glaze.
3. Step 3: Place 1.5 lbs chicken tenderloins in a baking dish, pour half the glaze over them, and toss to coat evenly.
4. Step 4: Arrange 2 cups carrots, 2 cups parsnips, and 2 cups beets in a single layer on a separate baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper; toss to coat.
5. Step 5: Roast chicken and vegetables for 20-25 minutes, basting chicken with remaining glaze halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F internally and vegetables are tender with golden edges.