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Healthy chicken rice bowl with sweet potatoes and colorful vegetables

Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

A warm and balanced chicken and sweet potato rice bowl, featuring tender roasted sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and flavorful rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast Boneless, skinless
  • 2 large sweet potatoes Peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cooked rice White or brown
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For roasting sweet potatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Fresh greens or herbs for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cooking
  1. Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  4. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembly
  1. Start with a base of cooked rice, then add sliced chicken and roasted sweet potatoes.
  2. Top with fresh greens or herbs if desired.
  3. Serve warm.

Notes

This bowl is easy to scale for meal prep. Store components separately to maintain texture and reheat as needed.