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Maple Dijon Chicken Skillet

Mix together sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, apple and chicken with a simple maple dijon mustard sauce to create an easy dinner in 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 261 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup red onion diced
  • 1 cup sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts quartered
  • 1/2 sweet red apple diced
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth more if needed
For the sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons grainy dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh Rosemary

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, whisk together ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and saute until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining oil to the skillet. Add red onion, sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, sauteeing for 6 to 8 minutes. Splash in the chicken broth as needed to deglaze the pan.
  4. When sweet potatoes are almost fork tender, add in diced apple and saute 2 minutes.
  5. Add chicken back to the skillet along with the sauce and stir everything together. Cook another 2 to 3 minutes until warmed through. Enjoy!

Notes

  • SUBSTITUTIONS:
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  • STORAGE: Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Chicken: Use chopped boneless chicken breast or boneless skinless thighs.
  • Vegetables: You can also swap for broccoli, red potatoes or another favorite vegetable.
  • Chicken Broth: You can substitute with vegetable broth or water, if desired.
  • Maple Syrup: You can use honey or another type of sweetener.
  • Apple Cider Vinegar: You can substitute with white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar, however the flavor may be stronger so I would substitute with less.
  • Spices: You can use substitute with 1/4 each of dried thyme and rosemary, if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 261kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 73mg (24%) Sodium 253mg (11%) Potassium 733mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 4917IU (98%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 261

% Daily Value*

Calories 261kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 73mg 24%
Sodium 253mg 11%
Potassium 733mg 16%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 4917IU 98%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.