Description
Sheet Pan Maple-Mustard Chicken Thighs and Carrots is a delightful one-pan meal that combines the sweet richness of maple syrup with the tangy kick of Dijon mustard. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Roasting chicken thighs with tender carrots not only creates a mouthwatering aroma but also results in a colorful dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, sliced carrots, olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder.
- Pour half of the sauce over the chicken and carrots on the baking sheet, ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Roast in the oven for about 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and veggies are tender.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken during the last 5 minutes of roasting for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg