Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, a wholesome meal that hits all the right notes. This dish combines Cajun-spiced chicken, tender sweet potatoes, and crisp broccoli, creating a colorful and nutritious option perfect for family dinners or meal prep. The smoky chipotle drizzle adds a tantalizing twist, making each bite exciting. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or grains, this bowl is not only packed with protein and vitamins but also designed for busy weeknights. Enjoy this delightful mix of taste and nourishment any time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 sweet potatoes
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- Cooked white rice
- Sliced avocado
- ½ cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Spread diced sweet potatoes and broccoli on one pan; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Toss to coat.
- In another bowl, coat chicken pieces with olive oil and Cajun seasoning; spread on a separate pan.
- Bake all ingredients for 15–20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F; return sweet potatoes for an additional 5–10 minutes until tender.
- Whisk together chipotle drizzle ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli; top with avocado slices and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg