Description
Eating well doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. The Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a delightful and nutritious meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Juicy chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fluffy brown rice come together in a flavor-packed bowl that’s perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner. Get ready to savor the delicious combination of protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats – all in one convenient dish!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced and seasoned with salt and pepper
- 2 cup sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoon tahini (for drizzle)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for drizzle)
- 1 tablespoon water (for drizzle)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes, or until they’re tender and golden brown.
2. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the diced chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of olive oil. Sauté the chicken for 6-8 minutes, or until it’s nicely browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, and water until you have a smooth, drizzle-able consistency. Adjust the amount of water as needed to achieve your desired texture.
4. To assemble the Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, start by layering the cooked brown rice in the bottom of your bowl. Top it with the roasted sweet potatoes and the cooked chicken. Drizzle the creamy tahini sauce over the top, and you’re ready to enjoy this delicious and nutritious meal!
Notes
The Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is perfect for meal prep. You can easily make the components in advance and assemble the bowls when you’re ready to eat. Store components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg