Description
A delicious and nutritious recipe for Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls, perfect for meal prep or a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs (700 g) chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled & cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional for heat)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 3 cups cooked white rice (or brown rice/quinoa)
- 1–2 cups sautéed greens (spinach, kale, or broccoli)
- 1 cup diced cucumber or fresh herb salad (optional garnish)
- Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or mayo
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- ¼ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Splash of water to thin, if needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and caramelized.
- Heat 1–2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken cubes in a single layer and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Optional: Squeeze a little lemon juice or add butter for extra flavor.
- Whisk all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust thickness with water and salt/pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Divide everything into 4 bowls: Scoop rice at the bottom, add roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and greens. Spoon the creamy garlic herb sauce over the chicken and add fresh cucumbers or herbs for brightness.
Notes
- Stores for 4 days in the fridge.
- Keep the sauce separate until serving for best texture.
- Reheat chicken, rice, and sweet potatoes; keep greens/cucumbers fresh and cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls, healthy meal prep, nutritious dinner