Cookwith - Caramelized Maple-Soy Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Toasted Almond Crunch

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or grapeseed)
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 large sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)