Pan-Seared Chicken with Maple Bacon Glaze and Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

Pan-seared and finished with a rich maple bacon glaze, served alongside a medley of caramelized roasted root vegetables. This North American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, maple syrup, bacon strips for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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.

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 4 slices bacon strips
• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks parsnips
• 1 small, cut into wedges red onion
• 4 tbsp, divided olive oil
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 chopped carrots, 2 chopped parsnips, and 1 sliced red onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until caramelized and tender, tossing halfway.
2. Step 2: While vegetables roast, heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook 4 bacon slices until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and pour off excess fat, reserving 1 tbsp in the pan.
3. Step 3: Season 2 chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add them to the skillet with reserved bacon fat and 2 tbsp olive oil, cooking over medium-high heat for 6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Chop the cooked bacon and stir into 3 tbsp maple syrup to create a glaze. Brush this glaze over the cooked chicken breasts and let rest for 3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Serve the maple bacon-glazed chicken alongside the roasted root vegetables for a hearty, balanced meal.