Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet

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A smoky-sweet chicken dish with a caramelized maple glaze, served over roasted sweet potatoes and green beans. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 65 minutes pairs (trimmed) green beans, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until tender.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken thighs and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until glaze thickens.
  4. Step 4: Toss green beans with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Add to the skillet with chicken and sweet potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, then transfer to oven and roast for 10 minutes. Serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 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 Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet?

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 (trimmed) green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet?

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 Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet 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 Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Skillet?

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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