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Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

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This Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a wholesome, cozy, and flavor-packed meal that’s easy enough for weeknights and perfect for meal prep. Roasted sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and fluffy rice; all in one satisfying bowl.

  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 23 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 chicken breasts, diced

1½ cups cooked rice

2 tbsp olive oil, divided

1 tsp garlic powder or 2 garlic cloves

Salt & pepper to taste

Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes.

2. While potatoes roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Add seasoned diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.

3. Warm the cooked rice if necessary.

4. Assemble the bowl: add rice as base, then top with roasted sweet potatoes and chicken.

5. Garnish with parsley or drizzle of sauce, if desired.

Notes

Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs for a juicier version.

Add greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrients.

Top with cheese, avocado, or your favorite dressing.

  • Author: Chef Saly
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Roasting, Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg