MAPLE-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH SWEET POTATOES

Maple-Roasted Chicken With Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by accidental glutton

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces (about 4 pounds)
1 yellow onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
2 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons maple syrup
6 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

Heat oven to 400°F Rinse the chicken and pat it dry.
Arrange the chicken, onion, and sweet potatoes in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
Drizzle the oil over the chicken and vegetables and season with the salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
Drizzle with the maple syrup and top with the sprigs of thyme.
Roast, stirring the vegetables once, until the chicken is cooked through, about 1 hour, 15 minutes.
Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: The maple glaze can also be used with a whole chicken or Cornish game hens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888, Fat 59.8, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 243.8, Sodium 701.3, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 12.8, Protein 58.5