Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls
Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful bowl combining roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned chicken, and fresh vegetables topped with a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Cooked Rice
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
Sauce
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, or mayonnaise)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sriracha (or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt Salt (to taste)
Vegetables
- 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber)
Garnish
- as needed Fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 mins, flipping halfway.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for 5-7 mins until cooked through.
- Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, cumin, paprika, and salt to make the sauce.
- Cook rice and prepare green vegetables. Assemble bowls with rice, roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and vegetables. Drizzle with sauce and garnish.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or spice levels.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 900mg