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Healthy chicken and sweet potato rice bowl packed with nutrients

Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

This Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is packed with flavor and nutrition, featuring tender chicken, creamy sweet potatoes, and fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast Lean protein
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes Diced
  • 1 cup rice Preferably long grain
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For roasting
  • to taste salt For seasoning
  • to taste pepper For seasoning
Optional Toppings
  • 1 ripe avocado Sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro Chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dice the sweet potatoes and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  2. While sweet potatoes roast, cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork once done.
  3. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
Assembly
  1. In each bowl, place rice at the bottom. Top with roasted sweet potatoes and sliced chicken.
  2. Add optional toppings as desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Cut sweet potatoes evenly for even cooking. Let chicken rest before slicing for juiciness. Prepare sweet potatoes and rice ahead for quick meals. Adjust seasoning to taste.