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A colorful rice bowl featuring tender chicken slices, roasted sweet potatoes, vibrant greens, and a drizzle of sauce, arranged on a rustic wooden plate with fresh herbs and a backdrop of natural daylight.

Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

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A nourishing rice bowl packed with tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh greens, and flavorful herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mixed greens
  • Fresh herbs for garnish
  • Optional: a squeeze of lemon or drizzle of tahini

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  2. While sweet potatoes roast, season chicken slices with salt and pepper. In a skillet, cook over medium heat until cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
  3. Reheat cooked rice if necessary. Arrange rice in bowls, top with roasted sweet potatoes and cooked chicken.
  4. Add greens and garnish with herbs. Serve with lemon or tahini if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
  • Prepare ingredients in advance for quick assembly.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Roasting, sautéing, assembling
  • Cuisine: Healthy, American, Weeknight Dinner
  • Diet: High Protein, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg