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Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Heartwarming Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl Recipe

This Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a comforting dish that combines seasoned chicken and sweet potatoes over brown rice, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Diced Chicken Breast Season with garlic powder or paprika
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Quinoa is a great gluten-free alternative
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting and sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can substitute with cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Yogurt can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust acidity to your liking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Large bowl
  • small bowl
  • Cooking Pot
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes.
  3. Cook brown rice according to package instructions, typically simmering for about 30-40 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced chicken for 6-8 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Combine tahini, lemon juice, and a splash of water in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
  6. Assemble the bowl with a layer of warm brown rice, topped with sautéed chicken and roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle with tahini sauce.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, this dish can be made ahead and stored for quick meals. Adjust the tahini consistency as preferred.

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