Description
Healthy and flavorful bowls featuring roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy spiced sauce.
Ingredients
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes: 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed, 1 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tsp paprika, 0.25 tsp garlic powder, salt & black pepper to taste
- Pan-Seared 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 & black pepper
- Fluffy Rice Base: 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- Creamy Spiced Sauce: 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp sriracha (to taste), 0.5 tsp cumin, 0.25 tsp paprika, pinch of cayenne (optional), salt to taste
- Optional Add-ins & Garnish: 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber), fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Season chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Whisk Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lime juice, sriracha, cumin, paprika, cayenne (optional), and salt until smooth and thick.
- Cook rice and steam or sauté green vegetables if using.
- Divide cooked rice among bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared chicken, and green vegetables.
- Drizzle with creamy spiced sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before eating.
- Adjust sriracha to preferred spice level.
- Can easily swap chicken for other proteins (tofu, shrimp, beef).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
- Method: Roast & Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Healthy