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Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Delicious Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl You’ll Crave Every Night

A delicious Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl that is customizable, nourishing, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 pound Cubed Chicken Can swap with turkey or pre-cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can Crispy Chickpeas Season with spices for extra flavor
For the Carbs
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash or pumpkin
  • 1.5 cups Jasmine Rice or Brown Quinoa Cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is also great for high-heat cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Spices Use smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, onion powder; taco seasoning is a fun variation
For the Zing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used as a substitute
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cabbage Can add avocado or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional, can omit if not desired
For Saucing
  • 0.5 cup Yogurt Lime Sauce or Tahini Salsa or chimichurri can also be used

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pot
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cube sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil and spices until coated.
  3. Spread sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Season chicken with spices and lime juice, then cook for 4-6 minutes per side.
  5. In a pot, heat rice with a splash of water or broth on low until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice as the base, followed by sweet potatoes, chicken, and desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store components separately to maintain freshness. Assemble just before serving for the best flavor experience.

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