Description
This Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl is a delicious and healthy meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It combines tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a flavorful sauce for a satisfying and easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- Cooked quinoa or rice, for serving
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes, red onion, and bell pepper with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- In a separate bowl, toss the chicken pieces with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken on the same baking sheet, alongside the vegetables.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- While the chicken and vegetables are baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the chicken broth, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and cornstarch.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly (about 2-3 minutes).
- Once the chicken and vegetables are cooked, divide the cooked quinoa or rice among bowls. Top with the chicken and vegetables.
- Drizzle with the sauce and garnish with desired toppings, such as avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute other vegetables, such as broccoli or Brussels sprouts.
- You can prepare the sweet potatoes and vegetables ahead of time to save time on busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
