Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls featuring roasted sweet potatoes, flavorful pan-seared chicken, cooked rice, steamed greens, and a creamy spiced yogurt sauce. This balanced meal is perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner, combining hearty ingredients with a zesty, creamy twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Searing, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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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 to taste
Chicken
- 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 to taste
Rice and Vegetables
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber)
Creamy Spiced Sauce
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sriracha, or to taste
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Creamy Spiced Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lime juice, sriracha, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper if using, and salt until the sauce is smooth and has a thick, gooey consistency. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Cook Rice and Vegetables: Prepare 2 cups of cooked white or brown rice according to package instructions. Steam or sauté your choice of green vegetables until tender.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among serving bowls. Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked chicken, and green vegetables.
- Serve: Generously drizzle the creamy spiced sauce over each bowl. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- To make this meal vegan, substitute chicken with tofu or tempeh and use vegan yogurt or mayo.
- Sweet potatoes can be roasted ahead of time and reheated for convenience.
- Adjust spiciness of sauce by varying amount of sriracha and cayenne pepper.
- Brown rice adds more fiber and nutrients compared to white rice.
- Use fresh herbs for garnish to add brightness and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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