MAPLE ROASTED CHICKEN

Serves: 3
Cook Time: 30 min
Prep Time: 10 min (+ time to marinate chicken)
Protein: ~50G

Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breast
1 large sweet potato, cut into cubes
2 bunches broccolini (or 2 cups brussels sprouts, sliced in half)
2.5 tbsp olive oil
2.5 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
salt & pepper
Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary

Directions:
1. In a plastic bag or container, combine the chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, dijon and a dash of salt & pepper. Let marinate overnight (30-60 minutes minimum).
2. Preheat the oven to 450F.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the sweet
potato, 1⁄2 tbsp olive oil, 1⁄2 tbsp maple syrup, and a dash of salt and pepper. Transfer to a large baking sheet.
4. Add the broccolini (or brussels sprouts) to the bowl to soak up the remaining oil/syrup. Transfer to the baking sheet.
5. Add the chicken to the baking sheet. Season generously with salt & pepper.
6. Bake for 25 minutes then turn the oven to a broil for 5 minutes. Note: remove the broccolini at 15 minutes (if using brussels sprouts, you can leave them in the whole time).
7.Serve and enjoy!