Name: Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls for Busy Weeknights
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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; 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; 2 cups cooked white or brown rice; 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 of cayenne pepper (optional); Salt to taste; 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber); Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Description

Healthy and flavorful Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls featuring roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy spiced sauce—perfect for a balanced lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Roasted 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

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 and black pepper to taste

Fluffy Rice Base:

2 cups cooked white or brown rice

Creamy Spiced 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 of cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt to taste

Optional Add-ins & Garnish:

1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber)
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

1. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 mins, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.

2. Season chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 mins until golden and cooked through.

3. Whisk Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lime juice, sriracha, cumin, paprika, and optional cayenne. Season with salt until smooth and of a thick gooey consistency.

4. Cook rice and steam or sauté green vegetables if using.

5. Divide cooked rice among bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared chicken, and green vegetables.

6. Generously drizzle with creamy spiced sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before eating. Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level. You can substitute the chicken with tofu, shrimp, or beef for variety.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg