Maple-Roasted Chicken With Sweet Potatoes

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

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 400°F Rinse the chicken and pat it dry.

2. 2

   Arrange the chicken, onion, and sweet potatoes in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

3. 3

   Drizzle the oil over the chicken and vegetables and season with the salt and pepper. Toss to coat.

4. 4

   Drizzle with the maple syrup and top with the sprigs of thyme.

5. 5

   Roast, stirring the vegetables once, until the chicken is cooked through, about 1 hour, 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

7. 7

   Tip: The maple glaze can also be used with a whole chicken or Cornish game hens.