Description
Easy & Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are nourishing, balanced meals featuring roasted sweet potatoes, juicy seasoned chicken, and a mix of fresh veggies. With optional grains and your favorite dressing, they’re perfect for meal prep or a quick, wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh spinach, kale, or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa, rice, or cauliflower rice (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp tahini, Greek yogurt sauce, or light vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Season chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin or paprika. Place on a separate baking sheet or same pan if there’s space.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping sweet potatoes halfway. Ensure chicken is cooked through and potatoes are golden and tender.
- While roasting, prepare toppings: slice avocado, halve tomatoes, and cook grains if using.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice.
- Build bowls with greens or grains as base. Top with sweet potatoes, chicken, tomatoes, avocado, and drizzle with dressing or lemon juice.
Notes
- Use salmon, shrimp, or tofu instead of chicken for variety.
- Swap greens with roasted broccoli or cauliflower for a heartier bowl.
- Spice it up with hot sauce or chipotle mayo.
- Turn into a wrap using tortillas or lettuce cups.
- Store ingredients separately and assemble fresh for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
