Description

This Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful meal combining tender roasted sweet potatoes, juicy pan-cooked chicken breast, wholesome brown rice, and steamed broccoli. Topped with creamy avocado slices and fresh cilantro, it’s a balanced and satisfying dish perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Proteins & Vegetables

1 pound chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
1 cup broccoli florets (steamed)
1 avocado (sliced, for topping)
Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Carbohydrates

2 cups cooked brown rice (or quinoa)

Spices & Oils

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Additional

Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes, which ensures they become tender and caramelized.
Roast the Sweet Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized.
Cook the Chicken: While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
Assemble the Rice Bowl: Layer the cooked brown rice (or quinoa) at the base of serving bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, cooked chicken, and steamed broccoli florets. Add sliced avocado on top and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve with lime wedges for an added zesty flavor.

Notes

You can substitute quinoa for brown rice for a gluten-free option.
Steaming the broccoli preserves nutrients while keeping it tender-crisp.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding chili powder or cumin for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated well.
For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with roasted chickpeas or tofu.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Healthy chicken bowl, sweet potato rice bowl, roasted sweet potatoes, brown rice bowl, nutritious meal, gluten free dinner