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Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful bowl combining roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned chicken, and fresh vegetables, topped with creamy yogurt and zesty lime.

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon tablespoon olive oil (divided)
  • 0.5 teaspoon teaspoon paprika (divided)
  • 0.25 teaspoon teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 teaspoon teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
  • 2 cups cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber)
  • 0.5 cup cup Greek yogurt (plain or mayonnaise) (or substitute with sour cream if desired)
  • 1 tablespoon tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)
  • 0.5 teaspoon teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon teaspoon paprika (remaining)
  • a pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Garnish

  • to taste Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon paprika, 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  • Season chicken cubes with 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon onion powder, remaining paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Prepare rice according to package instructions. Steam or sauté green vegetables until tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for the sauce.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, vegetables, and drizzle with the spicy yogurt sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices ahead of time.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, sweet potato