Description
This BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl is a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed meal perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Juicy barbecue chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh toppings come together in just 40 minutes for a satisfying high-protein dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling, if desired)
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup canned corn, drained
- ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
- 2 tbsp sliced green onions
For the Chicken & Sweet Potatoes:
Optional Toppings:
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and tender.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest, then slice or shred. Toss with warm BBQ sauce.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide sweet potatoes into 4 bowls. Top with BBQ chicken and desired toppings such as avocado, corn, black beans, red onion, cilantro, cheese, or green onions. Drizzle with more BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
- Store chicken, sweet potatoes, and toppings separately for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in microwave or skillet before assembling.
- Add avocado and fresh herbs just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
