Description
An easy and nutritious rice bowl packed with chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup rice (brown or white)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: spices (like paprika or garlic powder), fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any spices you prefer.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until no longer pink inside.
- Once cooked, slice the chicken into strips.
- Assemble your bowl by starting with a scoop of rice, adding the roasted sweet potatoes, and topping with sliced chicken. Sprinkle with chopped herbs if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken bowl, sweet potato, healthy dinner, rice bowl, customizable meal