Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl
Looking for a hearty yet quick meal option? The Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is your answer! This delicious dish combines tender diced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fluffy rice, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Packed with nutrients and flavor, this bowl is easily customizable to suit your family’s tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add diced chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until no longer pink.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked rice, roasted sweet potatoes, and chicken until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg