Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet maple glaze, paired with caramelized sweet potatoes for a perfect weeknight dinner. This american-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, pure maple syrup 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 1 lb peeled sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 12 oz bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs skin-side up on the sweet potatoes. Mix 3 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl, then brush half over chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and sweet potatoes are golden and tender at the edges.
  4. Step 4: Brush remaining glaze over chicken, then return to oven for 5 minutes until sticky and glossy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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.

Is Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs with Roasted Sweet Potatoes gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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