Maple-Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies
Tender chicken thighs roasted with sweet potatoes and broccoli in a sticky-sweet maple-dijon glaze, ready in 30 minutes. This american-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, olive oil, 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 medium, cubed sweet potatoes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs with 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread 2 cups broccoli florets and 2 medium cubed sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined sheet pan, then arrange the marinated chicken thighs on top. Sprinkle with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Roast for 22-25 minutes, stirring vegetables halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and edges are golden brown and caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies?
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 boneless chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies?
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 Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies 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 Sheet Pan Chicken & Veggies 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.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.