Description
These BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are a delicious and wholesome meal option that is perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with flavor and nutritious ingredients, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
BBQ Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Prepare BBQ Chicken: Mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce until coated.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide rice or quinoa among 4 bowls. Top with sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- Customize with additional toppings like shredded cheese, Greek yogurt, or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
