Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl: Your Easy High-Protein Meal!
Indulge in the wholesome and satisfying Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl: Your Easy High-Protein Meal! This delightful dish combines tender, seasoned chicken with roasted sweet potatoes over a bed of nutritious brown rice, all topped with a creamy yogurt sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this bowl is not only packed with protein but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy a burst of flavor with ease and nourish your body with every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp tahini or lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes until crispy outside and tender inside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear cubed chicken with olive oil and garlic powder until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions.
- For the sauce, mix Greek yogurt, tahini (or lemon juice), minced garlic, and enough water until smooth.
- Assemble your bowl by layering brown rice at the bottom, followed by roasted sweet potatoes and chicken pieces. Drizzle the creamy sauce over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 70mg