Recipe

Healthy eating for picky eaters works best with natural sweetness, lean proteins, and simple, familiar textures.

Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Chicken & Sweet Potato Wedges

Name: Sheet Pan Honey-Mustard Chicken & Sweet Potato Wedges
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into bite-sized tenders); 2 medium sweet potatoes (cut into 1/2-inch wedges); 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey; 2 cups cooked brown rice; 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (rinsed and drained); 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or thawed); 1 tablespoon mild chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese

American

4 servings | 35 mins

Sources: Cross-checked against Cooking Light and EatingWell

4 servings

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Make it step by step

10 steps · 41 min of timed cooking

Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, half the salt, and pepper, then spread them across the sheet.
Roast the sweet potatoes for 15 minutes until they begin to soften when pierced.⏱ 15 min
Whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, and remaining salt in a shallow bowl.
Coat chicken pieces evenly in the honey-mustard mixture, then nestle them alongside the sweet potatoes.
Return the pan to the oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are golden.⏱ 15 min
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook ground turkey for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it into small bits.⏱ 8 min
Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and 1/4 cup of water, then simmer for 3 minutes until saucy.⏱ 3 min
Warm the rinsed black beans, corn, and cooked rice in the microwave or separate small pans.
Divide warm rice among four shallow bowls, then arrange the seasoned turkey, corn, beans, and cheese side by side.

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Chef’s tip · Cutting the chicken into uniform strips ensures it cooks quickly and stays juicy without drying out.

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