Description
Comforting Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls featuring tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a creamy sauce, perfect for a nutritious meal any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 0.5 tsp paprika (divided)
- 0.75 tsp garlic powder (divided)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sriracha (or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (spinach, broccoli, or cucumber)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 0.5 tsp paprika, 0.25 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Season chicken with 0.5 tsp garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Whisk Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lime juice, sriracha, cumin, 0.25 tsp paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Adjust salt to taste.
- Cook rice and prepare green vegetables if not done already.
- Assemble bowls: divide rice, top with roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and vegetables. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with cilantro or parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute ingredients as desired.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime over the top for extra flavor.
- Serve with crunchy tortilla chips if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American