Description
This Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a nourishing, protein-packed meal made with roasted sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and rice. It’s gluten-free, non-acidic, and perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- ¼ cup chopped parsley or cilantro (optional garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Optional Additions:
- Sliced avocado
- Roasted red peppers
- Baby spinach or kale
- Toasted seeds or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While sweet potatoes roast, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 7–9 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
- If not using leftover rice, cook rice according to package directions.
- Assemble bowls by dividing rice into serving bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes and cooked chicken.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and optional toppings if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform pieces for even roasting.
- Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Add baby spinach at the end for extra nutrients.
- This dish is great for meal prep—store components separately and assemble before eating.
- Customize spices to taste—try chili powder or cinnamon for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowl, Healthy Chicken Rice Bowl, Non Acidic Meals, Chicken Meal Prep, Sweet Potato Recipes