Description
A hearty and healthy BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl featuring tender BBQ-glazed chicken breasts, roasted smoky sweet potatoes, nutrient-rich quinoa, black beans, and fresh greens, all topped with creamy avocado and a hint of lime for a balanced and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for drizzling)
Bowl Components
- 4 cups mixed greens or baby spinach
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
- Cook the Chicken: While the sweet potatoes roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Cook the chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through. In the last few minutes of cooking, brush the chicken generously with BBQ sauce. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the mixed greens and cooked quinoa or brown rice evenly between two large bowls. Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, sliced BBQ chicken, black beans, avocado slices, and a drizzle of additional BBQ sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if using, and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the bowl.
Notes
- Make it vegetarian by substituting the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- All components can be prepped in advance and stored separately for easy meal prep throughout the week.
