Maple-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted Veggies

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Crispy chicken thighs and caramelized vegetables roasted to perfection in one pan with a sweet-tangy glaze. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 43 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 4.1 (15 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 28 min Serves 2 American cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Toss sweet potatoes, broccoli, and red onion with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper on a large sheet pan. Arrange chicken thighs on top.
  3. Step 3: Roast for 25-28 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and vegetables are tender with crispy edges, basting once halfway with maple syrup mixed with 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted Veggies take to make?

Total time is about 43 minutes (15 min prep + 28 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-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted 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-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted Veggies for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Maple-Mustard Chicken Sheet Pan with Roasted Veggies?

American sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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