Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Succulent pan-seared chicken breasts glazed with a sweet bourbon-maple sauce, served alongside caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs maple syrup, bourbon whiskey, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 2 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Peel 2 medium sweet potatoes and cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss the cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender and caramelized around the edges.
  2. Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, pat dry 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add 3 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey, stirring to deglaze the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Return chicken breasts to the pan and spoon the glaze over them, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to coat.
  4. Step 4: Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve the glazed chicken breasts alongside the roasted sweet potatoes garnished with 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves for an aromatic finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and 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 maple syrup from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Pan-Seared Chicken with Bourbon-Maple Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

American chicken 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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