Description
These Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. Roasted chicken and sweet potatoes are paired with fresh veggies and a light dressing for a balanced, nutritious meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 2 cups mixed greens or spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese or optional toppings
- For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, season chicken breasts with 1 tbsp olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bake or pan-sear until cooked through, about 20–25 minutes. Let rest and slice.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Assemble bowls: start with a base of mixed greens, add roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta.
- Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
You can swap sweet potatoes for roasted butternut squash or add grains like quinoa for extra fiber. For meal prep, store components separately and combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Bowl
- Method: Baked / Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken bowl, sweet potato bowl, healthy meal, meal prep recipe
