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Healthy chicken and sweet potato bowls for meal prep and nutritious eating

Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowls

These nutrient-packed bowls combine roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned chicken, and a creamy sauce for a delicious and flexible meal prep option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the roasted sweet potatoes

  • 2 cups Roasted Sweet Potatoes You can use butternut squash as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider using avocado oil for higher heat cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Feel free to swap in fresh onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to your taste.

For the chicken

  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Tofu or chickpeas work as a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential for flavor.

For assembly

  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Quinoa or cauliflower rice are great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or mayonnaise for the creamy base.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for added spice.
  • 1 cup Green Vegetables Spinach and broccoli complement the bowls.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Cilantro or parsley for garnish.

Instructions
 

Roasting the Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the sweet potatoes into cubes, toss them with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

Cooking the Chicken

  • While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and cumin.
  • Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Allow the chicken to rest before slicing.

Preparing the Sauce

  • In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, lime juice, Sriracha, and cayenne pepper. This will be your creamy sauce for the bowls.

Cooking the Rice

  • Make your choice of rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice according to the package instructions.

Assembling the Bowls

  • In bowls, layer the cooked rice, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, green vegetables, and drizzle the sauce on top.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

Store your bowls in airtight containers. They will stay fresh in the fridge for up to four days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze the cooked ingredients separately. Use leftover chicken or sweet potatoes if you have them on hand. Feel free to experiment with different spices to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 9gSugar: 5g
Keyword Easy Recipes, Healthy Chicken Bowls, Healthy Dinner, Meal Prep Recipe, Sweet Potato Bowls
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