Maple butter chicken tray bake
Discover the perfect blend of savory and sweet with our Maple Butter Chicken Tray Bake! Made with juicy chicken thighs, tender roasted pumpkin, and crisp green beans, all glazed in a rich maple butter sauce. This easy one-pan meal is sure to become a family favorite!
- 03 May 2024
- Cook time 45 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Maple butter chicken tray bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the rich flavors of maple syrup and butter with savory chicken thighs and fresh vegetables. This one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice the pumpkin into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the onion into wedges.
- Trim the green beans and set them aside for later use.
- In a large bowl, add the diced pumpkin and onion wedges.
- Pour the melted butter and maple syrup over the vegetables.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss everything to coat well.
- Spread the coated pumpkin and onions evenly on a large baking tray.
- Place the chicken thighs on top of the vegetables, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
- Put the tray in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the tray from the oven.
- Scatter the trimmed green beans around the tray.
- Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Check for seasoning and adjust if necessary, adding more salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the tray from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Transfer the chicken thighs and vegetables to serving plates.
- Drizzle any remaining juices from the tray over the top for added flavor.
Enjoy your Maple Butter Chicken Tray Bake with your preferred side dishes or a simple green salad!
Tips:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking.
- Cut the pumpkin into even-sized pieces to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Melt the butter and mix it with the maple syrup before pouring it over the chicken and vegetables for better distribution.
- Season the chicken and vegetables with salt and pepper to taste before baking.
- Consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Stir the green beans into the tray about halfway through the cooking time to ensure they are crisp-tender and not overcooked.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful maple butter chicken tray bake straight from the oven. This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple side salad or some crusty bread, making it a complete and satisfying meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors will make this recipe a go-to in your kitchen.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 350 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 350kcal | 14% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 20g | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 16g | 4% |
| Fiber 2.34g | 6% |
| Sugar 7g | 7% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 29% |
| Saturated 9g | 29% |
| Cholesterol 120mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 790ug | 88% |
| Choline 70mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 0.20mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 0.37mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 6mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 0.53mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B9 45ug | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 0.62ug | 26% |
| Vitamin C 22mg | 24% |
| Vitamin E 2.07mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K 22ug | 18% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 60mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.29mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.44mg | 22% |
| Magnesium, Mg 50mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus, P 250mg | 20% |
| Potassium, K 880mg | 26% |
| Selenium, Se 20ug | 36% |
| Sodium, Na 90mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.95mg | 18% |
| Water | |
| Water 270g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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