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Healthy chicken and sweet potato rice bowl with colorful vegetables

Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

A delightful and nutritious rice bowl packed with lean protein, vibrant veggies, and whole grains, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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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
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Can be substituted with tofu or other proteins for a vegetarian version.
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes Peeled and cubed.
  • 1 cup cooked rice Use white or brown rice.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For roasting the sweet potatoes and chicken.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Fresh herbs (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Arrange them evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with the remaining salt, pepper, and spices. Place them on the same baking sheet if there is space, or use a separate one.
Cooking
  1. Roast everything in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the sweet potatoes are tender.
  2. While the chicken and sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the rice according to the package instructions.
Assembly
  1. Once everything is done, assemble your bowl by placing a layer of rice at the bottom, topped generously with the roasted chicken and sweet potatoes.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

This bowl can be paired with steamed broccoli or a cucumber salad. To keep leftovers fresh, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.