Wholesome Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl (Printable)
Juicy chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, fluffy rice, and vibrant toppings in one satisfying bowl.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 pounds)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
08 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1.1 pounds)
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 1 cup baby spinach, washed
→ Grains
14 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice (or white rice), rinsed
15 - 2 cups water
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Toppings & Dressings
17 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
18 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
19 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
20 - 1 small avocado, sliced
21 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In the same bowl, coat chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place on the baking sheet alongside sweet potatoes.
04 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping sweet potatoes halfway, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
05 - Meanwhile, combine rice, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes (or according to package instructions) until tender. Fluff with a fork.
06 - Once cooked, slice chicken breasts into strips.
07 - Divide rice between four bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, spinach, avocado, and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
08 - Garnish with cilantro, green onions, and a wedge of lime. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything roasts on one sheet pan while rice simmers away, meaning minimal cleanup maximum satisfaction
- The yogurt lime combo creates this bright creamy sauce that ties the whole bowl together
02 -
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into it or all those juices will escape onto your cutting board instead of staying in the meat
- Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to steam instead of roast, so give everything room to breathe
03 -
- Marinating the chicken for just 30 minutes in the spice blend makes a noticeable difference in flavor penetration
- Mix a little garlic powder into the yogurt topping for an extra savory kick that people will ask about