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Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Irresistible Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl in 40 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and nutritious Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, packed with flavors, in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts Substitute with tofu or chickpeas for a plant-based option.
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes Regular potatoes can be used if that's what you have.
For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups brown rice Can swap in quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter dish.
For Cooking & Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Enhances richness and aids in cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika for more depth.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup tahini Almond butter or yogurt can substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Use lime juice for a different twist.
  • 1/4 cup water Adjust for desired consistency.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • skillet
  • Small bowl
  • large bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and parchment paper.
  2. Dice the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, season chicken breasts, and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  5. Assemble the rice bowl with brown rice as the base, top with roasted sweet potatoes and sliced chicken, then drizzle with tahini sauce.
  6. Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped herbs or a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Check internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) for safe consumption. Customize the tahini sauce with garlic or herbs for added flavor.

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