Wholesome Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl (Printable Version)
Juicy spiced chicken with roasted sweet potatoes, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings for a satisfying nourishing meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
08 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.1 pounds)
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1 cup baby spinach, washed
→ Grains
14 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice or white rice, rinsed
15 - 2 cups water
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings & Dressings
17 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
18 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
19 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
20 - 1 small avocado, sliced
21 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In the same bowl, coat chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place on the baking sheet alongside sweet potatoes.
04 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping sweet potatoes halfway, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
05 - Meanwhile, combine rice, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
06 - Once cooked, slice chicken breasts into strips.
07 - Divide rice between four bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, spinach, avocado, and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
08 - Garnish with cilantro, green onions, and a wedge of lime. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The roasted sweet potatoes get these caramelized edges that make the whole bowl taste like comfort food that actually loves you back
- Everything cooks on one sheet pan while the rice simmers away, meaning minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction
02 -
- Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed instead of roasted ingredients, so use two sheets if needed
- The rice-to-water ratio might need adjustment depending on your brand, so check the package directions
03 -
- Letting the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes after roasting makes a noticeable difference in juiciness
- Warming the Greek yogurt slightly with a squeeze of lime makes it more drizzleable