Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.
Add 2 teaspoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and lightly browned around the edges.
While the sweet potatoes roast, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper.
Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
In a small bowl, combine the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper using a wire whisk.
Divide the baby spinach evenly among 4 bowls.
Add the roasted sweet potatoes and cooked chicken to each bowl.
Top each bowl with dried cranberries and chopped walnuts.
Drizzle the maple Dijon dressing over the bowls just before serving.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Evenly Sized Sweet Potatoes – Keep the cubes about the same size so they roast evenly.Extra Crunch – Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet for a few minutes to bring out their flavor.Adjust the Dressing – Add a little extra apple cider vinegar if you prefer a tangier dressing, or more Dijon mustard for a stronger mustard flavor.Keep the Spinach Fresh – Let the hot ingredients cool slightly before adding them to the spinach if you prefer your greens less wilted.
Storing and Reheating
Refrigerating – Store the cooked chicken and sweet potatoes in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Keep the spinach, cranberries, walnuts, and dressing separate.Reheating – Reheat the chicken and sweet potatoes in the microwave or a skillet until the chicken reaches 165°F. Add the fresh ingredients and dressing after heating.Freezing – Freeze the cooked chicken and sweet potatoes in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months for best quality. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Add fresh spinach, cranberries, walnuts, and dressing when serving.Meal Prep – Divide the cooked ingredients into individual containers for easy lunches. Store the dressing separately to keep everything fresh.