Maple-Glazed Grilled Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-06 · Updated 2026-08-06

Juicy chicken thighs glazed with maple syrup and grilled, paired with a medley of roasted root vegetables for a balanced and flavorful outdoor-inspired meal. This Canadian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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

• 6 pieces (about 1.5 lbs) boneless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 3 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks parsnips
• 4 small, quartered red potatoes
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
2. Step 2: Place 6 boneless chicken thighs in a large dish and pour half of the maple glaze over them, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Toss 3 chopped carrots, 2 chopped parsnips, and 4 quartered red potatoes with 4 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Roast the vegetables in the oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden.
5. Step 5: While vegetables roast, heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the marinated chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing with remaining maple glaze during the last 2 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is caramelized.
6. Step 6: Serve the grilled chicken hot alongside the roasted root vegetables for a hearty, sweet-savory outdoor-inspired meal.