Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl (Print)
Tender roasted chicken and sweet potatoes with vibrant vegetables in a nourishing bowl.
# Ingredient list:
→ Protein
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Vegetables & Carbs
07 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1.1 lbs)
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 3.5 oz baby spinach
→ Toppings & Garnish
14 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
15 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
→ Sauce
17 - 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
18 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
19 - 1/2 tsp cumin
20 - Salt and pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
03 - Combine chicken breast with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a bowl. Arrange on a separate baking sheet.
04 - Place both baking sheets in oven. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until potatoes are tender and chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into strips.
06 - While roasting, dice bell pepper, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice avocado.
07 - In small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
08 - Divide spinach among four containers. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The roasted sweet potatoes get these crispy edges while staying creamy inside, creating this perfect texture contrast that makes healthy eating feel indulgent
- Everything cooks on one sheet pan (or two), which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor from all those roasted vegetables mingling together
02 -
- I learned the hard way that overcrowding the baking sheet leads to steamed instead of roasted vegetables, so use two sheets if needed
- Letting the chicken rest before slicing is nonnegotiable, cutting it immediately releases all those juices and leaves you with dry meat
03 -
- Line your baking sheets with parchment paper for cleanup that takes literally seconds
- Double the spice rub and save half in a small jar for next time, it is essentially homemade seasoning blend