Description
This Apple Cider Glazed Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Rosemary is a flavorful and comforting dish. Tender chicken is coated in a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze and baked alongside roasted sweet potatoes and aromatic rosemary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine apple cider, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a separate bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts in a large baking dish. Surround them with the seasoned sweet potatoes.
- Pour chicken broth into the baking dish to add moisture during cooking.
- Scatter fresh rosemary sprigs over the chicken and sweet potatoes for aromatic flavor.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender.
- During the last 5-10 minutes of baking, baste the chicken with the apple cider marinade to form a sticky glaze.
- Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- Plate the chicken alongside the roasted sweet potatoes, and drizzle with any remaining glaze from the baking dish.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into even cubes for consistent cooking.
- Experiment with other herbs like thyme or sage.
- Add sliced apples or pears for extra sweetness.
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Substitute brown sugar with honey for a different sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze portions for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A