Description

This flavorful fall grain bowl features tender maple dijon chicken, roasted potatoes, and hearty whole grains for a balanced and nourishing meal. It’s perfect for easy meal prep and healthy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

1 to 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 medium potatoes, diced

2 cups cooked whole grains (farro, quinoa, or brown rice)

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

2 tablespoons dijon mustard

1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (optional)

1–2 teaspoons fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, or parsley), chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste

optional toppings: toasted pecans, baby spinach, dried cranberries

Instructions

1. Whisk together maple syrup, dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl and add chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced potatoes with oil, salt, and pepper and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden.

3. Cook the chosen whole grains according to package instructions, then season lightly and set aside.

4. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat, add marinated chicken, and cook 6–8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

5. Assemble bowls by layering grains, roasted potatoes, and sliced chicken. Drizzle with extra sauce and add optional toppings as desired.

6. For meal prep, divide components into containers, store fresh toppings separately, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: main course
Method: roasting
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 500
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 450
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 38
Fiber: 6
Protein: 38
Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: maple dijon chicken, fall grain bowl, healthy dinner, meal prep, whole foods, macro friendly, sweet potatoes, easy recipes, autumn recipes