Description
Delicious and nutritious BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls featuring tender barbecue chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, and a mix of wholesome ingredients like brown rice, black beans, corn, and fresh avocado. Perfect for a healthy meal prep that’s both filling and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken & Sauce
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Additional Bowl Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to coat them evenly.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the seasoned sweet potato cubes evenly on the baking sheet. Roast them in the oven for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook the Chicken: While the sweet potatoes roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown.
- Simmer Chicken with BBQ Sauce: Remove the cooked chicken from heat and shred or slice it as desired. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the barbecue sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the chicken is heated through and well coated with the sauce.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa among four bowls. Top each bowl with portions of roasted sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, avocado slices, and chopped red onion.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each bowl with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- These bowls are great for meal prep — store each component separately and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
- For a quicker option, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breasts yourself.
- Customize the grain base by substituting brown rice with quinoa or your favorite grain.
- Add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cheese for extra flavor if desired.
