Description
The Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl is a wholesome experience that brings together protein, vitamins, and flavor in a single dish. This nutrient-packed bowl satisfies hunger while providing a balance of macronutrients, making it perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoon tahini
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoon water
- Salt to taste
- 2 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Spread the mixture onto the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with smoked paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
- Start by adding a base of either rice or quinoa to each bowl. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, cooked chicken, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle each bowl with tahini sauce, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve instantly!
Notes
This meal is packed with essential nutrients while remaining low in calories. It has a good balance of proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to keep you energized throughout the day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg