Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approx. 1.5 lb / 680 g), trimmed
- 5 lbs (680 g) sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into large wedges
- 1 cup (100 g) fresh broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) compliant Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced fine
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp sea salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, half the salt, and pepper until well emulsified to create the marinade.
- In a separate large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes, carrots, and red onion wedges with half of the prepared Dijon marinade mixture, ensuring vegetables are evenly coated.
- Place the trimmed chicken thighs into the bowl with the remaining marinade mixture and toss thoroughly until coated.
- Spread the coated root vegetables in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place the chicken thighs directly onto the vegetables, ensuring minimal overlap.
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove the sheet pan from the oven, quickly scatter the broccoli florets around the chicken and root vegetables, and return the pan to the oven for an additional 15–20 minutes.
- The dish is finished when the root vegetables are tender when pierced and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from the oven and allow the chicken to rest on the pan for 5 minutes before serving.