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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

Olive Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (divided)

Paprika

  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika (divided)

Garlic Powder

  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and Black Pepper

  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Chicken Breast

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

Garlic Powder

  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Onion Powder

  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder

Olive Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

Cooked Rice

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

Green Vegetables

  • 1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables (e.g., spinach, broccoli, chopped cucumber)

Greek Yogurt

  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain or mayonnaise) (or substitute with sour cream if desired)

Lime Juice

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Sriracha

  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)

Cumin

  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin

Paprika

  • 0.5 teaspoon remaining paprika

Cayenne Pepper

  • a pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Fresh Herbs

  • for garnish chopped cilantro or parsley

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with half the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  • Season chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, remaining paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, and a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, roasted sweet potatoes, cooked chicken, and green vegetables. Top with yogurt sauce and garnish with chopped herbs.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or adjust spice levels to taste.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bowl, chicken, sweet potato