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Healthy Chicken Sweet Potato Bowls


  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Paleo

Description

A nutritious and colorful medley of chicken, sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for quick weeknight meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb skinless chicken breast
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 avocado (optional)
  • 1 lime (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel and dice them into uniform cubes. Toss in a bowl with olive oil, salt, paprika, and cumin.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  4. Cook the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook each side for about 6-7 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add bell peppers and broccoli, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Start with a layer of roasted sweet potatoes, add sliced chicken, top with sautéed veggies, and garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a plant-based option. You can also change the vegetables based on preference.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Healthy recipe, Sweet Potato, Chicken, Bowls, Meal Prep