Description
These BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal option. Tender roasted sweet potatoes, flavorful BBQ chicken, and a variety of toppings come together for a satisfying and balanced bowl.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
BBQ Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast sweet potatoes: Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Cook chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil until done. Brush with BBQ sauce and slice.
- Assemble bowls: Divide rice or quinoa among serving bowls. Top with sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use cauliflower rice.
- Swap black beans for pinto or kidney beans.
- Add pickled onions or shredded cheese for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
