Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans
Tender chicken thighs roasted with sweet potatoes and green beans, all coated in a warm maple glaze for a balanced sweet and savory meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed fresh green beans, 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
- 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 medium (about 1 lb), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 12 oz, trimmed fresh green beans
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp, divided salt
- 1 tsp, divided black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the glaze.
- Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs, 2 medium cubed sweet potatoes, and 12 oz trimmed green beans on a large rimmed sheet pan. Drizzle the maple glaze over everything and toss the sweet potatoes and green beans gently to coat evenly.
- Step 3: Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on the sheet pan with the vegetables around them. Roast for 30-35 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crispy and the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the vegetables and chicken for additional seasoning.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans?
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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans?
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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans 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.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans?
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.