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Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Savory Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl for Busy Nights

A delicious Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl that is easy to make and fully customizable for any dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bowl
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Ensure it's fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose firm ones for roasting.
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Can be swapped with quinoa.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Great for roasting.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Also try cumin or chili powder as substitutes.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavoring.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavoring.
For the Tahini Drizzle
  • 1/4 cup Tahini Provides a creamy consistency.
  • 2-4 tbsp Water Add gradually for desired consistency.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh juice is always best.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Toss with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Cook the seasoned chicken breast for 6-8 minutes on each side.
  5. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions, about 30-40 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, water, and lemon juice to make the drizzle.
  7. Assemble the bowl with rice, followed by sweet potatoes and sliced chicken. Drizzle with tahini sauce.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Great for meal prep! Components can be stored separately for up to 3-4 days.

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