Delicious Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls for Healthy Meal Prep

These Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls are a hearty and nutritious choice for meal prep, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and a creamy, spiced sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Healthy

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes

2 medium Sweet Potatoes Feel free to swap with butternut squash.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil.
1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for extra flavor.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider fresh garlic for a robust taste.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Can substitute with tofu or chickpeas.

For the Rice Base

2 cups White or Brown Rice Quinoa or cauliflower rice are great alternatives.

For the Creamy Spiced Sauce

1 cup Greek Yogurt Mayonnaise is a good alternative.
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice works as a substitute.
1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference.
1 teaspoon Cumin Coriander can be used instead.

Optional Add-ins

1 cup Green Vegetables Consider steamed spinach or sautéed broccoli.

Equipment

Oven
Skillet
Baking sheet
mixing bowl

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side.
Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, cumin, and paprika until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Prepare rice according to package instructions, or cook quinoa/cauliflower rice if preferred.
Assemble bowls starting with rice, then add roasted sweet potatoes and sliced chicken. Include any optional veggies on top.
Drizzle the creamy spiced sauce over each bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

All components can be stored separately for meal prep to maintain freshness. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

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